Consultant-Business Process Solutions

Grant Thornton Advisory Ethiopia • Addis Ababa

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On-siteFull timeAddis AbabaSenior(5-8 years)

Experience

Senior(5-8 years)

Salary

Not specified

Posted

about 2 hours ago

Deadline

in 16 days

Job Description

About Us

Grant Thornton Ethiopia is part of the global Grant Thornton network, one of the world’s leading organizations of independent assurance, tax, and advisory firms. We are committed to helping dynamic organizations unlock their potential for growth by providing tailored, forward-thinking solutions.

Job Summary

To support the profitability of the service line by carrying out assignments diligently and timely as per the firms professional standard, handling multiple assignments simultaneously and ensuring quality deliverables in every assignment.

Main Responsibilities

Timely review of coding and posting of accounting transactions, preparation of bank reconciliations.
Advising Client’s management for proper actions on related issues identified.
Preparation of Clients’ payroll timeline, review of payroll data, processing of payroll, pay slips and salary payment through bank instructions.
Preparation of Clients’ monthly declarations (VAT, WHT, PF, IT, etc.) and processing of their filing and settlement with the tax authorities.
Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports / financial statements and also annual statutory financial statements as required by Clients.
Archive Clients’ accounting, payroll, tax and other documents completely and on a systematic way.
Advise Clients for taking on time count of inventory and fixed assets at the year end and based on the output of the count, process reconciliations with the accounting records and produce valuation reports as appropriate.
Facilitate and assist audit of the Client’s accounts.
Work closely with the Tax Service line to address any tax related advisory questions from Clients.
Carry out other assignment as directed by the BPS Partner and/or Senior Managers.
Regularly check email correspondences from Clients and reply on time.
Share service fee notes with Clients on time and follow up for their settlement.
Comply with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising Clients on needed actions.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Assist and/work with Managers and the BPS Partner in carrying out various BPS assignments.
Lead and deliver the required output for complex client engagement.
Supervise junior team members and review their work as a team leader on assignments.
Performs other related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Requirements

Educational and Experience Required

- - BA degree in Accounting and Finance.
  - Minimum 7 years of experience and at least 3 years must be in a senior position.
  - Work experience in Business Process Solution/Outsourcing/Accounting Consultancy firms and Private Limited Companies is highly preferred.

Ability and Skill Required

- - Having a deep understanding of accounting cycles and Ethiopian tax laws.
  - Able to work on multiple tasks efficiently and meet tight deadlines.
  - Team spirit/working in a team.
  - Interpersonal communication and negotiations skills.
  - Computer skills including the ability to operate spreadsheets and word-processing.
  - Good command of both verbal and written English.
  - Open-minded, self-learner

What We Offer

Opportunity to work within a globally recognized professional services network.
Exposure to diverse industries and high-profile institutional clients.
Continuous learning, professional development, and capacity-building pathways.
A collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic work environment.
Competitive remuneration and benefits package.

Required Skills

Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills,Ability to plan and coordinate• Strong financial analysisQuickbooksBookkeeping through Excel or TurboTaxProven experience using accounting software such as Peachtree, QuickBooks, or other ERP systems

Level

Senior(5-8 years)

Location

Addis Ababa

How to Apply

Fill the online application form by following the below link by inserting this vacancy code: GTE015/09/2026

https://forms.office.com/r/Wfijv7sv10

Only shortlisted applicants who filled online application form will be contacted

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.

Grant Thornton Ethiopia is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.