Position Title: Finance Associate (Female Applicants Only)
Employer: Actuel Urban Living
Employment: Full-Time | Permanent
Place of Work: Addis Ababa - Ethiopia
Salary: Competitive and negotiable
Posted date: 6 months ago
Deadline: Submission date is over
About Us
At Actuel Urban Living, we design and manufacture beautiful modern furniture with an African twist. Our mission is to bring joy, functionality, and elegance to every space we touch—from homes to offices—through quality craftsmanship, intentional design, and soulful business practices.
About the Role
As a Finance Associate, you'll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting timely, data-driven decisions to enhance company performance.
Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Maintain general ledger entries: cash, bank, accounts payable/receivable, revenue, etc.
- Ensure proper implementation of financial policies and procedures.
- Review and approve payment documentation as per company policy.
- Follow up on receivables; visit clients for collections when needed.
- Prepare and submit monthly tax declarations via ERA before the 22nd (EC).
- Manage payroll, daily laborer payments, and recordkeeping.
- Maintain and update employee records.
- Support internal teams and respond to external financial inquiries.
- Carry out other duties assigned by supervisors or managers.
Location: Actuel Urban Living Showroom & Main Office, (Laphto mall) Addis Ababa
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM (1-hour lunch); Saturday half-day
Qualifications
To qualify for this role, you should have:
- Education: BA Degree in Accounting, Accounting & Finance, or related field
- Experience: Minimum 3–4 years in a junior accounting or finance role
Competencies & Skills
- Proficient in double-entry accounting
- Strong command of spoken and written English
- Familiarity with IFRS and Ethiopian tax regulations
- Proficient in MS Office and Peachtree
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Personal Qualities
- Integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality
- Adaptability and teamwork
- Strong analytical thinking and accountability
Relations
- Internal: Collaboration with all Actuel units and team members
- External: Tax authorities, suppliers, and other government entities
