Women Empowerment-Action (WE-Action)

Women Empowerment Action (WE-Action) is a feminist women's rights organization that has been operating across various regions in Ethiopia, including Amhara, Oromia, Southern Ethiopia, Central Ethiopia, and Tigray, for the past 30 years. WE-Action has four strategic goals: combating gender inequality, promoting gender-equitable and sustainable livelihoods, ensuring protection and lifesaving support, and achieving organizational excellence. WE-Action is currently seeking a competent Project Accountant, responsible for providing strategic leadership across more than 35 projects implemented in 10 field offices.

Note: - WE-Action has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) and any forms of Gender-Based Violence.

Description of the Position

• Position: - Project Accountant

• Duty Station: Addis Ababa  

• Salary: As per the organization’s scale

• Number of positions: 1 (One)

• Employment Type:  Full time 

• Duration: for one year with the possibility of extension based on the performance and budget availability 

General Duties and responsibilities 

• Maintain and control the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense reports and payroll. 

• Reconcile and follow up of financial statements and bank reconciliations monthly.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.

• Support the project admin & finance officer in budget planning, modification and forecasting.

• Ensure that the expenditure reported are reconciled with your accounting record.

• Ensure that the financial reports have the required documentation before sharing these reports; 

• Assist Admin & Finance Officer in the facilitation of project administration matters, such as procurement and close-out;

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification and Experience

• BA in Accounting and Finance field with 4 years and above experience. 

• A proven skill with computer based financial reporting is a must.

• At list 2 years NGO work experience needed. 

Required Skills:

• Peachtree software application skill is mandatory

• Good knowledge of Excel application skill is mandatory

• Strong communication skills.

• Training on IPSAS is added value.

• Administrative skill

Your application letter/cover letter must include the following information

• Name of the position you have applied for

• Summary of your qualifications and experience

• Motivation/objective of why you have applied for the job

• Please include at least 3 references from current and former supervisors.

Priority will be given for qualified female applicants

How to Apply

Interested applicant can submit their non-returnable application letter and updated CV through THIS LINK

Closing date: 15/08/2025

Job Requirements BA Degree in Accounting and Finance or in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties and Responsibilities  - Maintain and control the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense reports and payroll.  - Reconcile and follow up of financial statements and bank reconciliations monthly. - Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports. - Support the project admin & finance officer in budget planning, modification and forecasting. How to Apply Apply using the provided link below