Vacancy Number:  VA_027_FY26

The Carter Center is a not-for-profit international NGO committed to waging peace, fighting disease and building hope worldwide. The Carter Center country office in Ethiopia, which assists the Government of Ethiopia in Disease Elimination and Eradication Programs, is looking for a qualified professional to fill the following vacancy for its RB/LF elimination Program.

Summary Job Description:  

• Ascertains that all relevant documents are in place and appropriate before payment approval is made;

• Post transactions into QuickBooks or other available accounting software;

• Close monthly reports and prepare periodic financial reports;

• Codes expenses with the correct budget line account and charging to the appropriate class/program;

• Prepares bank reconciliation every month and takes the necessary action to correct when needed;

• Follow-up of finance management and assure the appropriate utilization of the fund;

• Prepares the necessary financial reports for relevant government offices as needed;

• Deals with and follow up bank activities like timely transfers, deposits, withdrawals and collection of advices, cheque books and bank statements;

• Performs proper and explanatory filing system for petty cash, journal vouchers, and check transaction vouchers of the office; and

• Closes the account books and prepare audit report at the end of the fiscal year. 

Required Number:  1 (One)

Duty Station:           Werabe Town, Central Ethiopia Region

Terms of Employment: one year with a strong possibility of extension

Job Requirements

Qualification and Experience:           

• BA degree in Accounting and finance from a recognized university.

• Relevant experience of a minimum of four years in the Accounting and Finance field. 

• NGO experience is highly preferable

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work in team and demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills

• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office and proven experience in accounting software: QuickBooks, smart, etc.

• Bilingual: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Amharic and English

• Willingness to travel and work in remote areas for fieldwork

• Recommendation letter from the most recent employer

• Able to present release letter from current employer in two weeks after job offer

How To Apply

Deadline for all applications:  Ten (10) days from the date of this vacancy announcement.

Interested applicants should submit their CV and application letter (please indicate the duty station and position applied for in the subject line), including photocopies of all supporting documents, to the address given below.

HR.Ethiopia@cartercenter.org

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply 

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Job Requirements Candidates must hold a BA degree in Accounting and Finance from a recognized university and have a minimum of four years of relevant experience in the accounting and finance field. NGO experience is highly preferable. Applicants should also demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team and possess strong interpersonal communication skills. How to Apply Submit your non-returnable application and CV along with supporting documents in person to the office located at Dembel City Center, 8th Floor,