Job Title:  Senior Accountant 

Employment Type:  Permanent/Full time

Department: Finance

Accountable to:  Finance Manager

Salary: Negotiable/As per the scale of the organization

Location:   Addis Ababa

JOB DESCRIPTION

Samaritan Surgical Center, Ethiopia’s first to specialize in surgical specialty services such as arthroscopic total hip replacement (insertion of artificial hip) and arthroscopic knee surgeries, Neurosurgery (including brain, Skull and Spine), Urology surgery (including Kidney & Bladder), Plastic Surgery, Neuro-Interventional/Neuro ICU, 24/7 Trauma and Emergency surgeries etc.  The surgical center is a state-of-the-art facility that incorporates the latest surgery theatres, pre- and post-surgery rooms, recovery rooms, surgical wards, ICU, diagnostic facilities and it is staffed by renowned surgeons.  The surgical facility focuses on providing sustainable; high-quality surgical care to patients.  Accordingly, for the successful implementation of the Health Center activities, Samaritan Medical center would like to invite interested and qualified applicants for the position of Senior Accountant.

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing and managing complex accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, month-end close processes, and compliance activities. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the financial health and transparency of the surgical center, supporting leadership with accurate and timely financial information.

Duties & Responsibilities:

General Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, including journal entries and account analysis.

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.

• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals and reconciliations.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.

• Verifies the consistency of financial activities with the Center ’s goals, policies and rules and other internal and external regulatory reporting requirements; 

• Ensures that all financial and material resources are adequately accounted;

• Ensures that revenues, expenditures and other financial operations are healthy, well accounted and substantiated with appropriate source documents; 

• Develops and administers appropriate systems of inventorying and accounting depreciation of the Center’s fixed asset; 

Accounts Payable/Receivable Oversight

• Review and oversee processing of vendor invoices, payments, and reimbursements.

• Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable sub-ledgers with the general ledger.

• Monitor outstanding receivables and assist with collection processes as needed.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the Finance Manager in the development and monitoring of budgets.

• Analyse variances between actual and budgeted figures and provide insights.

• Assist in preparing forecasts and financial models for strategic planning.

Audit & Compliance

• Prepare audit schedules and liaise with external auditors during annual audits.

• Ensure financial practices align with healthcare regulations and internal controls.

• Assist in the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures.

Financial Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain and optimize accounting systems and software.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial efficiency and accuracy.

• Provide support and training to junior accounting staff, if applicable.

• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

Qualifications 

Education & Experience

• B. A. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or pursuing CPA preferred).

• Minimum 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and healthcare-specific accounting practices.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with healthcare EHR and financial systems is a plus.

• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Ability to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial personnel.

Preferred Certifications:

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) – preferred but not required

• HFMA membership or relevant continuing education

Health and Safety:

• Maintains a work place free of any hazards, and seeks assistance from the appropriate departments for investigating, evaluating, and resolving hazards to provide a safe and healthful work environment.

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the minimum requirements should submit their application letter together with non-returnable CV and copies of supporting documents through the following email address: Samaritanscc@gmail.com

Or

Applicants may submit their application to HR Department of Samaritan Surgical Center which is located around CMC, inside Sunshine Real-Estate Compound (Meri Lukie) Lemi kura Sub City, Addis Ababa

 For more information, please do not hesitate to call us on +251920327575/+25111680003/+25111680004

Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties & Responsibilities: - Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, including journal entries and account analysis - Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements. - Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals and reconciliations How to Apply Submit your non-returnable application and CV along with supporting documents in person to the Samaritan Surgical Center which is located around CMC, inside Sunshine Real-Estate Compound (Meri Lukie), Lemi kura Sub City, or via email: Samaritanscc@gmail.com. For further information, contact Tel: +251920327575/+251116 80003/+25111680004