Job Description
Job Title: Finance Officer (Project Admin) – Dire Dawa
Brief Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Officer (Project Admin) to join our team in Dire Dawa. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing financial and administrative support to our projects, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures, and maintaining accurate financial records. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional to work with a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage project finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Prepare and review financial documents, such as invoices, receipts, and bank statements
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations
- Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
- Develop and maintain financial models and spreadsheets to support project planning and decision-making
- Provide financial guidance and support to project staff, as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from a recognized Ethiopian university
- Minimum 3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related field, preferably in a project administration role
- Professional certification in accounting, such as CPA or ACCA, is an advantage
- Strong knowledge of financial management principles, practices, and procedures
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and financial management software
- Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues to achieve project goals
- Fluency in Amharic and English is required; knowledge of other local languages is an advantage