Position:                             Accountant

Terms of employment:          Full time 

Accountable to:                      Finance Head

Main Purpose:  Ensures the University College’s Accounting System operates smoothly and efficiently by analyzing information, establishing control procedures, resolving accounting discrepancies and preparing regular financial statement and reports.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Prepares all payment vouchers in accordance with the financial rules, regulations and appropriate authorization of the college;

• Prepares journal vouchers, posts and balances accounting entries and prepares quarterly trial balance;

• Prepares payroll at the end of every month;

• Prepares and reviews budget, revenue expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents;

• Follows-up outstanding accounts, travel advances, salary advances and other receivable and presents same to the immediate supervisor for appropriate action;

• Maintains proper fixes assets register book and maintains proper record of store issue and receiving vouchers;

• Records all petty cash payments and ensures the accuracy and legality of all receipts before replenishment;

• Reporting WHT, VAT tax, Income Tax, and pension payables to appropriate tax authority and following up the on time settlement of taxes;

• Posting CSIs daily to the Peachtree accounting system;

• Prepare medical insurance claims and following up the requested claims are settled in time;

• Posting bank debit and Credit advices to the Peachtree accounting system;

• Maintain and handling financial documents in appropriate file for future referencing;

• Establishes, maintains, and  coordinates the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures;

• Prepares bank reconciliation statements regularly and resolves accounting discrepancies;

• Informs the various divisions of the college about the funds that they got and their balances on a monthly basis by preparing balance statements;

• Prepares monthly provident fund of employees and distribute their ledger Biannually;

• Assists and participate in the final closing of books and preparation of Financial reports;

• Assists the finance department head of budgetary control preparation of accounting reports and analysis of financial reports;

• Perform other duties assigned by the Finance Head.

Job Requirements

 Number of vacancy: -            1 (One)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Diploma or level 4 and above  in Accounting & Finance

• A minimum of three years’ relevant experience is required; prior service in higher education is strongly preferred.

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Peachtree, Microsoft Word and Excel

How To Apply

5. Document and Compliance Requirements

To satisfy official civil and institutional recruitment audits, applicants must present:

·         Primary Credentials: Original and copy variations of all educational certificates, valid CoC certifications, and Training Methodology credentials.

·         Employment Clearance: Valid, authenticated resignation letters along with formal clearance paperwork from the current or immediate past employer.

·         Government Authentication: the relevant state regulatory body (e.g., Education and Training Authority - ETA) must officially authenticate educational credentials.

·         Taxation Validation: For candidates coming from private corporations or colleges, an official income tax deduction confirmation document generated by the Ethiopian Revenues & Customs Authority (ERCA) must be supplied.

SUBMISSION PARAMETERS & APPLICATION GATEWAYS

• Application Timeline: Strictly, within 7 calendar days from the date of this official announcement.
• Documentation Needed: Formal application letter, updated CV, clear copies of all credentials, and names of 3 distinct professional references.
• Physical Submission: Human Resource Office, Lebu Campus, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
• Campus Landmarks: Lebu/Jemo-1 neighborhood, situated adjacent to Medihanalem Church.
• Digital Application Portal: Send an integrated PDF dossier to email: hr@heuc.edu.et
• Direct Support Line: +251 (0) 974 176 600 or +251 (0) 974 176 617

Job Requirements The successful candidate should possess a Diploma or Level IV (or above) in Accounting and Finance from a recognized institution. A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience is required, with prior experience in a higher education institution being highly preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in Peachtree Accounting Software, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel is essential. Candidates should have strong knowledge of financial record-keeping, bookkeeping, accounts reconciliation, financial reporting, accounting procedures, and office administration. How to Apply Submit your non-returnable application and CV along with supporting documents in person to the office located at Lebu/Jemo-1 neighborhood, situated adjacent to Medihanalem Church.