The Accountant is responsible for the accurate and timely recording, verification, and reporting of the organization's financial transactions. This includes preparing income and expenditure documents in compliance with financial laws and company policies, maintaining accounts payable and receivable, performing reconciliations, and supporting period-end closing processes. The role ensures the integrity of financial data and contributes to the preparation of financial statements and management reports.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Credit Sales & Receivables Management:

• Regularly collect, summarize, and analyze credit sales data provided by the sales department, and present recommendations.

• Prepare and follow up on payment requests for receivable collections.

• Issue periodic (weekly/monthly) pending payment reminders to clients.

• Ensure proper and timely filing of all credit sales and collection documentation.

2. Financial Documentation & Verification:

• Monitor the preparation of revenue and expenditure documents for compliance with financial laws, regulations, and internal guidelines.

• Verify the accuracy of all payment documents prior to approval and processing.

• Verify documents and issue Purchase Vouchers for branch petty cash reimbursements (e.g., for Jima, Arba Minch branches).

3. Recording & Reconciliation:

• Accurately post financial transactions, including branch sales revenue, into the accounting system (Peachtree).

• Perform weekly reconciliation of entered data, resolving discrepancies in consultation with the Finance Manager.

• Reconcile pending and credit bills with relevant accountants on a monthly or as-needed basis.

• Monitor and ensure the timely collection of Cash-on-Delivery (COD) accounts.

4. Reporting:

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on credit sales, pending sales, and collections.

• Assist in the periodic preparation of profit/loss statements, income statements, and expense reports by the 10th of the following month.

• Support the Finance Manager in preparing financial reports for the annual audit and fiscal year-end closing.

5. Record Keeping & Compliance:

• Maintain an organized and accurate filing system for all financial records, proof of deliveries, payment slips, deduction letters, CRVs, withholdings, and invoices.

• Prepare and organize supporting documents for internal and external audits as directed by the supervisor.

6. General Duties:

• Perform other related accounting, financial, or administrative tasks as assigned by the Finance Manager.

• Stay updated on and adhere to all company policies, procedures, and relevant financial regulations.

Job Requirements

• Education: BA Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of [e.g., 3 years] of relevant experience in accounting or finance. Experience with Peachtree or similar accounting software is preferred.

• Skills:

  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.

  • High proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software.

  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reporting.

  • Good organizational and time-management skills.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

How To Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to send their application letter and updated curriculum vitae to ahununujobs@gmail.com no later than January 24, 2025. Please clearly mention the Title of the Position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

Job Requirements BA Degree in Accounting, Finance or in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties and Responsibilities: - Regularly collect, summarize, and analyze credit sales data provided by the sales department, and present recommendations. - Prepare and follow up on payment requests for receivable collections. - Issue periodic (weekly/monthly) pending payment reminders to clients. How to Apply Submit your application, updated CV and supporting credentials via email: ahununujobs@gmail.com