ETHIOPIA GA FINANCE OFFICER

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables: Management of Financial Systems & Internal Controls Assist finance manager to administer and monitor the financial system in order to ensure that finances are maintained in an accurate and timely manner Implement the set financial policies and procedures Ensure that the set internal controls are implemented and maintained throughout Implement financial risk management & controls that will maintain financial health of the organization Develop external relationships with appropriate contacts, e.g. auditors, bankers and statutory organisations Ensure transactions are properly recorded and entered into the computerized accounting system Control & management of company assets Transactions Ensure that all the payments are authorised before the actual payment is done Ensure that salaries & wages are paid on time and accurately including employee reimbursements Timely preparation and sharing of correct, complete & accurate sales invoices Analytical analysis of mark up Realisation of invoiced amounts, calculation of margins and comparison with budget Ensure that accounts receivables are paid in a timely & accurate manner Reconcile the accounts payable and receivables Ensure that periodic bank & payment reconciliations are completed Scrutinize all the supporting documents to ensure accuracy and authenticity. Ensure timely & accurate processing & filing of statutory payments i.e PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, VAT, WHT, Corporate Tax etc Maintain an orderly accounting filing system Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions Ensure security for all company cheques and always verify charges Accurate & Timely Preparation of Financial Management Reports Accurate and timely preparation of financial management accounts. Ensure compliance with local government on financial reporting requirements and tax compliance. Maintain schedules supporting the balance sheet items Preparation of monthly, quarterly and other periodical treasury plans Maintain a vendors register Establish, maintain and reconcile the general ledger Management and Control Of Cash-Flows, Working Capital And Budgets Manage and control cash-flows, working capital and budgets. Assist with preparation of the budget Establish and maintain cash controls Monthly preparation and analysis of budget Vs Actual cost Office Management Manage the filing, storage and security of documents Respond to inquiries Maintain insurance coverages Ensure Issuance of permits and licenses Reporting Structure: Reports to: Finance Manager Direct Reports: N/A Minimum Qualifications: Degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics Minimum Experience: 2-3 years Financial Management experience in retail/FMCG Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Communication skills (verbal & written) Interpersonal skills Solid understanding of accounting principles Knowledge of local statutory legislation and regulations Must include knowledge of Excel and proficiency in an accounting program or system Time management Organization skills #HJ