Accountant

Company Description We are seeking an experienced and detail oriented Accountant to join our team in Ethiopia, Addis Ababa. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting activities, maintaining accurate financial records, supporting financial reporting, ensuring tax and statutory compliance, and providing reliable financial information to management. The ideal candidate should have strong practical accounting experience and excellent attention to detail Role Description ·      Manage daily accounting transactions and maintain accurate financial records. ·      Maintain the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash records. ·      Prepare and review journal entries, payment vouchers, receipts, invoices, and other accounting documents. ·      Conduct regular bank, cash, supplier, and customer reconciliations. ·      Monitor accounts receivable and payable and follow up on outstanding balances. ·      Prepare and process VAT, withholding tax, payroll tax, pension, and other applicable statutory requirements. ·      Ensure accounting records and tax documentation are complete, accurate, and properly filed. ·      Support internal and external audits by preparing required schedules and supporting documentation. ·      Maintain fixed asset and inventory related accounting records where applicable. ·      Review financial transactions for accuracy and compliance with company procedures. ·      Work closely with management and other departments to resolve financial and accounting issues. ·      Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls. Qualifications ·      Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Accounting & Finance, Finance, or a related field. ·      Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience. ·      Strong practical knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting. ·      Experience with Peachtree/Sage, Odoo, ERP, or other accounting software. ·      Strong Microsoft Excel skills. ·      Experience preparing financial statements and management reports. ·      Good communication skills ·      Ability to work independently and meet reporting deadlines.