Accountant

About Rainoff Trading PLC

Rainoff Trading PLC is an Ethiopian import company established in 2018, specializing in agriculture and animal health solutions.

Through trusted global partnerships, we are committed to quality, reliability, and creating value for our customers and partners. Rainoff is a dynamic, fast-growing organization committed to operational excellence, financial discipline, and sustainable growth. We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team and support the organization’s financial integrity and decision-making processes.

Job Summary

The accountant will be responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and preparing accurate financial reports. This role will also involve managing general accounting functions, financial analysis, budgeting, and helping the team implement best practices for financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements in compliance with accounting standards.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations of accounts to ensure accurate financial records.
• General Ledger Management: Oversee and manage the company’s general ledger, including reviewing journal entries, adjustments, and ensuring all accounts are accurately maintained.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost optimization. Provide insights and recommendations to management.
• Month-End & Year-End Closing: Manage month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting, including ensuring all financial transactions are accounted for and properly documented.
• Tax Compliance & Reporting: Prepare and submit monthly and periodic tax declarations and reports, including VAT, withholding tax, income tax, pension contributions, dividend tax, and other applicable statutory reports, through the Ethiopian Revenue Ministry/Authority’s online systems. Ensure timely compliance with applicable Ethiopian tax laws and regulations.
• Internal Controls & Audit: Assist with maintaining effective internal controls to ensure the accuracy and security of financial data.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts, and long-term financial planning to ensure the organization meets its financial goals.
• Team Collaboration & Support: Supervise junior accounting staff and provide mentorship, ensuring their work is accurate and aligned with company standards.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for process improvements within the accounting department and contribute to the implementation of more efficient and effective financial systems.

Working Conditions

• Full-time, in-office position.
• Occasional overtime may be required during peak financial periods (e.g., end of quarter or year-end).

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Annual leave and public holidays in accordance with Ethiopian labor law

Location: Addis Ababa, Around Gerji Roba, Ethiopia
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: General Manager