Job Description
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Brief Summary
We are seeking an experienced and skilled Senior Accountant to join our team. As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for leading the accounting function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and providing financial guidance and support to management. You will also play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, and will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the accounting team and provide guidance and support to junior accountants
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
- Prepare and review budget and forecast reports, and provide financial analysis and recommendations to management
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including tax laws and accounting standards
- Develop and implement financial policies and procedures, and ensure that they are followed by all staff
- Provide financial guidance and support to management, including financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting
- Conduct financial analysis and provide recommendations to management on financial matters
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field from a recognized Ethiopian university
- Professional certification in accounting, such as CPA or ACCA
- At least 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a senior role
- Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis
- Strong knowledge of Ethiopian tax laws and accounting standards
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong leadership and management skills, with ability to lead and motivate a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively with management and other stakeholders
- Proficiency in accounting software, such as SAP or QuickBooks
- Fluency in English and Amharic, with ability to communicate effectively in both languages