SCHECTER YOSEF FLOWER FARM

JOB DESCRIPTION – ACCOUNTANT

Department: Finance and Administration

Job Title: Accountant

Duty Station: Head Office (Addis Ababa -22 area)

Reports To: General Manager / Farm Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Purpose

The accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing financial transactions, preparing financial reports, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring that the farm's financial activities comply with applicable Ethiopian tax laws, accounting standards, and company policies.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

A. Accounting and Financial Records

• Record daily financial transactions accurately and on time.

• Maintain proper records of income, expenses, purchases, sales, receipts, and payments.

• Prepare and maintain general ledgers, journals, cashbooks, and other accounting records.

• Reconcile bank accounts, cash balances, and financial records regularly.

• Maintain organized supporting documents for all financial transactions.

B. Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Verify supplier invoices, purchase orders, delivery documents, and payment requests.

• Prepare payment vouchers and follow up on outstanding supplier payments.

• Monitor receivables and ensure timely collection of outstanding amounts.

• Maintain accurate supplier and customer account records.

C. Payroll and Employee Payments

• Ensure salaries are paid on time through approved payment channels.

• Maintain confidentiality of employee salary and financial information.

D. Tax and Legal Compliance

• Prepare and submit applicable tax declarations and statutory reports within the required deadlines.

• Maintain proper tax invoices, withholding tax records, and other supporting documents.

• Assist in preparing documents for tax inspections, audits, and other government requirements.

• Ensure compliance with applicable Ethiopian tax and financial regulations.

E. Budgeting and Financial Reporting

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and monitoring actual expenditure against approved budgets.

• Prepare monthly financial reports, including income and expenditure statements and cash-flow summaries.

• Identify unusual expenses, accounting errors, and significant budget variances.

• Provide management with accurate financial information for decision-making.

F. Internal Control and Asset Management

• Ensure payments are supported by proper authorization and documentation.

• Monitor petty cash and conduct regular cash reconciliations.

• Maintain records of company assets, equipment, and depreciation.

• Help prevent fraud, unauthorized expenditure, duplicate payments, and financial losses.

• Cooperate with internal and external auditors.

G. Farm-Specific Financial Responsibilities

• Record and monitor expenditure related to carnation production, fertilizers, chemicals, packaging, irrigation, labor, transport, and other farm operations.

• Coordinate with the storekeeper, procurement staff, HR, and farm management to verify financial documents.

• Help monitor production costs and costs per stem of carnations.

• Maintain accurate records of export-related expenses, foreign currency transactions, and export receipts where applicable.

• Ensure that farm operational expenses are recorded under the correct accounts and cost centers.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Accounting and Finance, or a related field.

• Relevant accounting experience is preferred.

• Knowledge of Ethiopian tax regulations and statutory reporting requirements.

• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

• Experience in computerized accounting systems is an advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Honesty, integrity, and a high level of confidentiality.

• Strong numerical, analytical, and organizational skills.

• Accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to identify discrepancies and maintain effective financial controls.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The accountant's performance will be evaluated based on the following:

1. Accuracy and completeness of accounting records.

2. Timely preparation of monthly financial reports.

3. Timely bank and cash reconciliations.

4. Timely payroll processing and statutory tax submissions.

5. Proper documentation and authorization of payments.

6. Accuracy of supplier and customer account balances.

7. Timely identification and correction of accounting discrepancies.

8. Compliance with company financial procedures and applicable regulations.

9. Accuracy of production cost and operational expenditure reports.

10. Readiness of financial records for internal and external audits.

11. Authority and Accountability

The accountant is authorized to prepare financial documents, request supporting information, verify transactions, and report financial discrepancies to the supervisor.

The accountant shall not authorize personal payments, make unauthorized financial commitments, or release company funds without the required approval.

The accountant is accountable for the accuracy, confidentiality, completeness, and proper maintenance of all assigned financial records.

General Responsibilities

The accountant shall perform other reasonable accounting and finance-related duties assigned by the General Manager or authorized supervisor, consistent with the position and company policies.

How To Apply

Interested and qualifies applicants can apply through the following email yosefschecter@gmail.com

Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree or diploma in accounting or finance, have good computer skills, and possess knowledge of Ethiopian tax regulations. Experience with computerized accounting systems is advantageous. Duties and Responsibltieis: - Check and authorize periodic financial reports to donors, government and other entities in respect to both contractual and legal requirements How to Apply Interested candidates should submit their application, including a résumé and cover letter, to the email address yosefschecter@gmail.com. All submissions will be reviewed by the finance and administration department, and shortlisted applicants may be contacted for an interview.