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Senior Accountant (Expatriation to South Sudan)

Full-Time·Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Posted 2 days ago·Closes in 3 weeks · Jul 5, 2026

Job Description

We are recruiting, on behalf of one of our clients , a Senior Accountant – Juba Purpose of the Role: Provide management with accurate and timely financial data to assist in managing resources, ensuring that financial records are maintained in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and company policies. Key Objectives: Strategic budgeting and revenue/expenditure projections Cost containment and purchasing management Cash flow management and debt servicing Proactive tax planning Accurate record keeping and financial reporting Internal control and risk management planning Key Responsibilities: Coordinate cost and budget accounting functions Prepare project cost analyses, revenue projections, and expenditure forecasts Manage tax compliance according to regulations and company procedures Maintain expense accounts, cost accounting systems, and ledgers Support month-end and year-end closing, including audits Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts Post transactions on ERP accounting software Prepare financial reports and assist with internal controls Supervise and support junior accounting staff Perform other delegated accounting duties as required Qualifications & Experience: Essential: First Degree in Accounting & Finance or CPA with 10 years’ experience (5 years in senior management), or Postgraduate in Accounting/Finance with 5 years’ industry experience Desirable: Administrative experience Languages: Fluency in English is essential; Arabic is encouraged Knowledge of other international languages is a plus Skills & Attributes: Initiative, motivation, and self-supervision Strong team-building and interpersonal skills Computer literate with excellent MS Office skills; knowledge of ERP/SAP is a plus Ability to apply IFRS and financial management techniques Adaptable, culturally aware, and able to work under pressure Work Conditions: Willingness to work with diverse cultural backgrounds Ability to perform additional tasks and work under stress with patience Flexibility and good interpersonal communication Performance Measures: Timely and accurate financial reporting Effective financial risk management and mitigation Additional Information Please note that this position does not include family relocation .

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