Accountant And ERP Domain Expert

Employer: Ovid Trading Plc

Employment: Full-Time | Permanent

Place of Work: Addis Ababa, Addis Abeba - Ethiopia

Posted date: 1 week ago

Deadline: February, 22/2025 (19 days left)

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.

How to apply

If you are an experienced accountant seeking a role that combines core accounting responsibilities with ERP domain expertise, we want to hear from you!

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to the below apply button.