Accountant And Admin

About the Comapany

Green Scene Energy PLC is a renewable energy company based in Ethiopia. We deliver solar and clean-cooking solutions across Africa, including mini-grids, rooftop and ground-mounted systems, EPC services, Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo) financing, and energy-efficient cooking technologies. Our goal is practical climate impact and reliable energy access. Purpose Support day-to-day accounting and office operations with ownership of routine processes and a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

Reports to Senior Accountant

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Support

• Collect, verify, and file source documents (invoices, receipts, GRNs, delivery notes).
• Prepare payment support packs, ensuring coding accuracy and proper approvals.
• Record, process, and post financial transactions, including receipts, payments, and journal entries.
• Assist with monthly bank and cash reconciliations.
• Handle petty cash, ensuring accurate reconciliation of receipts vs. cash on hand.
• Prepare staff reimbursement summaries and petty cash replenishment requests.
• Assist in payroll preparation.
• Prepare and file monthly tax reports via the ETAX system.
• Liaise with banks and other external stakeholders as needed.

Administration & Office Operations

• Manage office supplies, stationery, utilities tracking, and replenishment.
• Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, and visitor logistics.
• Maintain vendor databases and contact lists; track contract renewal dates.
• Keep employee files and leave records updated in Notion.
• Support logistics for events, training sessions, and internal activities.

Inventory & Documentation

• Record GRN and issuance entries in Notion; label and tag assets accurately.
• Assist with periodic cycle counts and document variances for review.
• Ensure all documents are scanned, properly named, and stored consistently.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Follow SOPs for procure-to-pay and approval workflows.
• Use checklists for month-end closing tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and HR data at all times.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and basic Ethiopian tax laws.
• Proficiency with accounting software; experience with Peachtree is an advantage.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Experience working within a PLC (Private Limited Company) in Ethiopia.
• Competent in Excel or Google Sheets; familiarity with Notion is a plus.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Amharic and English.

Tools Used

• Excel or Google Sheets
• Accounting software
• Peachtree

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time and error-free reconciliations and payment packs.
• Completeness and proper filing of documents.
• Accurate AP and petty cash balances within acceptable tolerance levels.
• Timely support for administrative and logistics requests.
• Growth Path
• Increased responsibility for reconciliations, month-end close, and vendor management.
• Training in tax filings, fixed asset management, and inventory control.

Skills Required:

• Accounting / Finance