Casher-Accountant

at Ethiopian Elderly and Pensioners National Association (EEPNA
Location With travel to regions, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Date Posted July 23, 2020
Category Accounting
Finance
Job Type Full-time
Currency ETB

Description

Ethiopian Elderly and Pensioners National Association (EEPNA), is a national umbrella institution of older people Associations in Ethiopia that works for the right and wellbeing of over 6.8 Million older Women and Men in the Country. It is the only institution of its kind representing grassroots older people associations and serving as the main voice of Ethiopian Older people. We aspires to see older person’s rights, privileges and access to basic services attained and their participation in Socio-Economic and political development of the country ensured. With its national hub at Addis Ababa, EEPNA has Regional Chapters at all Regions and Both city Administration of the Country.

Currently with financial support from European Union Delegation to Ethiopia under CSF III program, we are on process to start implementation of the 3 year project titled “Harnessing the voice and contribution of older people in socioeconomic and political transformation of Ethiopia.”  The main objective of this project, implemented nationwide in collaboration with HelpAge International, is to enhance the roles and participation of older people and their institution in the development and democratization process of Ethiopia. Therefore to effectively implement this project we are looking for competent and committed professionals on  Casher-Accountant position.Duties and Responsibilities of position Holder:

  • Reporting to both General Manager and the Finance and HR head, the post holder will be responsible for accounting matters mainly for regular cash flow management, payment of Tax Matters, support the internal financial Control systems and Cash Flow Management.
  • Manage and keep all accounts and reporting systems up to date and ensure compliance with appropriate standards, routines and requirements.
  • Be responsible for the month end closing of the accounts, including bookings, reconciliations and reporting to the line management
  • Responsible for the preparation of monthly, quarterly, interim & year-end financial statements and report to line management.
  • Work closely with other members and units in providing the necessary information for management decision & planning.
  • Maintain close contact with banks & other relevant institutions.
  • Manage and follow up the cash flow at the representation.

Terms of Employment: One year with possibility of extension

Job Requirements

  • Minimum Bachelor degree in accounting/finance with 1 year’s and above experience in finance/accounting, including budgeting, financial reporting and analysis.
  • Experience in team leadership, good communication skills.
  • Good Computer Skills and must be familiar with computerized accounting packages
  • Analytical, result oriented person able to meet strict deadlines.
  • Willingness to work long hours when required.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills with internal and external parties at all level.
  • Thorough knowledge of the Ethiopian tax system, Very good knowledge of Excel and other data base management.
  • Experience in NGO context particularly on older people targeted and EU funded projects
  • Good understanding of European Union Civil Society Fund program management and reporting system

Applying Instructions

Interested applicants meeting the minimum requirements for each position are invited to submit their applications, CV and credentials to EEPNA within 14 consecutive days from the date this announcement made via our E-Mail eepna1998a@gmail.com or the following address

      To Ethiopian Elderly and Pensioners National Association (EEPNA)

Program coordination office

Address: Around Sidist Kilo - Menen Area, Gullalle sub city in the compound Woreda 3 administration ,

Tel: 0111220387, 0118703896 & 0968474747

Fax- 0111260736

P.O.Box: 31632, Addis Ababa

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Women applicants are highly encouraged to apply for all positions

‘EEPNA Aspires to see the right and privileges of older people attained’

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