Accountant And ERP Domain Expert at Ovid Trading Plc

Accountant And ERP Domain Expert

Employer: Ovid Trading Plc

Employment: Full-Time | Permanent

Place of Work: Addis Ababa, Addis Abeba - Ethiopia

Posted date: 1 month ago

Deadline: Submition date is over

OVID IT is a forward-looking technology company dedicated to delivering cutting-edge IT solutions and services to a variety of industries. We are currently seeking an experienced Accountant who will not only manage our internal accounting requirements but also serve as a key domain expert in ERP implementations across OVID’s subsidiaries.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional Experience:
  • Proven track record in accounting or finance roles, preferably in a technology-driven environment.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., Odoo, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in standard accounting software (e.g., Odoo Accounting, Peachtree, Sage, Xero, etc).
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with database concepts is a plus (e.g., SQL queries to extract financial data).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-team collaboration.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting or leading financial aspects of technology implementations.

Key Responsibilities

• Internal Accounting & Financial Management
  • Handle day-to-day accounting tasks including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger entries, and reconciliations.
  • Prepare financial statements, budgets, and forecast reports to guide strategic decision-making.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting principles (IFRS, GAAP) and local regulatory requirements.
  • Manage cash flow and assist with financial audits.
• ERP Domain Expertise & Implementation
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for accounting and finance modules during ERP implementations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including IT, operations, and external consultants—to integrate accounting best practices into the ERP.
  • Review and validate financial data migration processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Identify opportunities to optimize and automate financial workflows within existing and new ERP solutions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Liaise with internal departments and OVID subsidiaries to gather accounting requirements and align on best practices.
  • Provide training and support to end-users on financial systems and procedures.
  • Translate technical ERP requirements into practical accounting workflows that improve efficiency and data integrity.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
  • Stay current with emerging accounting technologies and industry trends, recommending new tools or processes to enhance efficiency.
  • Participate in the evaluation and selection of future ERP enhancements or modules.
  • Proactively suggest process improvements to strengthen internal controls and financial reporting.