SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT –VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Job Title: Senior Accountant
Department: Finance & Accounts
Reports To: Finance Manager / General Manager
Job Level: Senior Level
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable
Place of Work: Jimma – Limmu Area

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing and coordinating the company’s accounting and financial reporting activities. The position will ensure accurate recording of financial transactions, timely preparation of financial statements, effective financial controls, compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax requirements, and provision of reliable financial information to management for decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records and financial documentation.

• Record, classify, and verify all financial transactions in accordance with applicable accounting principles.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.

• Manage general ledger accounts and perform regular account reconciliations.

• Prepare and review bank reconciliations, cash records, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

• Monitor company cash flows and support effective cash management.

• Prepare and review payroll-related accounting records and statutory deductions.

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and cash-flow projections.

• Monitor budget performance and investigate significant variances.

• Ensure proper documentation and authorization of financial transactions.

• Maintain effective internal controls and identify potential financial risks.

• Coordinate with external auditors and provide necessary financial records and supporting documents.

• Support the preparation and submission of applicable tax returns and statutory financial reports.

• Ensure compliance with applicable Ethiopian tax, accounting, and financial reporting requirements.

• Review accounting entries and supporting documents prepared by junior accounting staff.

• Supervise, guide, and provide technical support to accounting personnel where applicable.

• Maintain confidentiality and security of financial information.

• Provide accurate and timely financial information to management to support business decisions.

• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties assigned by management.

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from a recognized institution.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting and finance.

• Proven experience in financial reporting, general ledger management, account reconciliation, budgeting, and financial analysis.

• Experience in supervising or reviewing the work of accounting staff is an advantage.

• Experience with accounting software/ERP systems is highly desirable.

How To Apply

Application Deadline

The application period shall remain open for 10 calendar days from the date of this vacancy announcement. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application letter and updated CV through email or in person at:

Email: yhaenuhr2026@gmail.com
Address: Salam City Office No. 602

Applicants should clearly indicate “Senior Accountant” in the subject line of their email or application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.