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Jr. Accountant at Grant Thornton Ethiopia
Position Title: Jr. Accountant
Employer: Grant Thornton Ethiopia
Employment: Full-Time | Contract
Place of Work: Addis Ababa - Ethiopia
Posted date: 1 month ago
Deadline: Submission date is over
Job Summary
The Junior Accountant is responsible for providing accounting and administrative support to ensure the effective, efficient, and accurate financial management of the organization. The role involves:
- Recording daily financial transactions
- Maintaining up-to-date ledgers
- Supporting the preparation of reports
- Ensuring compliance with organizational and donor requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Transaction Recording
- Record and post daily financial transactions into the accounting system in a timely and accurate manner.
- Maintain and update cash books, journals, and ledgers.
- Ensure all financial transactions are supported by proper documentation and approvals.
- Assist in preparing and processing payment vouchers, receipts, and journal entries.
- Cash and Bank Management
- Support daily cash management and assist with bank reconciliations.
- Ensure accurate recording of all bank transactions.
- Prepare and process petty cash payments in line with organizational policy.
- Assist in maintaining adequate cash flow to meet operational requirements.
- Financial Reporting Support
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Support the Senior Accountant in preparing schedules for audits and financial reviews.
- Compliance and Documentation
- Ensure all accounting records are properly filed and archived for audit and compliance purposes.
- Adhere to the organization’s financial policies, procedures, and donor regulations.
- Support the Finance team in ensuring timely and accurate statutory payments (taxes, pension, etc.).
- Administrative and Support Functions
- Provide administrative support to finance and program teams as required.
- Support internal control implementation by ensuring all transactions meet policy standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within an NGO or donor-funded project.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and standards (GAAP/IFRS).
- Familiarity with accounting software QuickBooks is an advantage.
Skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good analytical and numerical skills.
- Ability to work effectively under supervision and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
- High ethical standards, integrity, and commitment to transparency.
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