EXTERNAL VACANCY 

 1. Job Title : Regional Senior Project Accountant 

2. Number of Position:   two (2)

3.  Mode & terms of employment:- Full Time fixed term employment contract  with possibility of extension.

4. Place of work- ODA Head Office, Finfine

5.  Major Responsibilities:-

• Leads the development of the strategic/annual cost and income budgets for specific operations/budgets in line with the planning timetable for presentation to the Finance Directorate/ team leader / and approval by the Executive Management team and the Board of Director;

• Leads the development of project related budgets for submission to donors and delivers accurate and timely donor reports demonstrating effective budget utilization,

• Ensures all financial transactions are auctioned and recorded in line with ODA’s Financial Policies & procedures, approved budget, Donor requirements and Accounting Practice, leading to positive donor and external audit reviews;

• Manages the payroll and payment of all staff allowances and benefits on a timely basis in line with the HR Manual;

• Examines and Documents financial transactions by entering account information.

• Examines and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.

• Maintains records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.

• Prepares payments (payment vouchers) by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements. 

• Commits to support all the efforts of the ODA to prevent and respond to SEA allegations: adhere to the ODAs code of conduct, 

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor.

6..  Qualification: (MA/BA) in Accounting, finance and accounting, Financial management, Business, Economics management/Administration, and related;

Additional training in accounting policy and procedure is an advantage 

7. Work Experience  For first degree holders at least eight years; and for graduate /second degree holders six -years of relevant experience with government; national or international organizations in Accounting, finance and accounting, Financial management, Business, Economics management/Administration, and related 

Previous work in accounting, finance and Finance tracking and reporting 

8. Skill:  Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, Amharic and Afaan Oromo.

• Working knowledge of the charities and civil societies agency proclamation

• Proven track record of ensuring accurate financial accounting with full compliance demonstrated through positive annual external audits,\

• Highly experienced at implementing policies and practices which fully compliant with GAPP and national requirements

• Skilled at accurately managing donor funds meeting their individual needs and building positive relationships with all donors through accurate and timely reporting 

• Experience at leading a cost conscious approach, making recommendations to improve effective utilization of all budgets to maximize impact for beneficiaries,

• Skilled at coaching and mentoring junior staff members to develop their professional levels of competence

• Proven analytical skills with the ability to analyze large amounts of data and develop accurate and relevant conclusions and recommendations for implementation by senior and executive management

• Highly experienced at using Microsoft packages to provide quality written communications and familiar with current accounting packages.

• Experience of accurate financial accounting with full compliance experienced at implementing policies and practices which are fully compliant with GAAP and national requirements

• Skilled at accurately managing donor funds meeting their individual needs and building positive relationships with all donors through accurate and timely reporting

• Knowledge of PEPFAR/ USAID grant rules & regulations 

• High levels of attention to detail leading to the production of accurate reports,

• Experience at leading a cost conscious approach 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, Amharic and Afaan Oromo.

  Other requirements 

• A person who has no record of criminal, child abuse, violence, neglect, humiliating punishment cases.

• No exposure and desire for drugs – Alcohol, Chat, and etc

How To Apply

9.  How to apply, place and dates: Please  come with  your updated  application letter, your full curriculum vitae, educational, work experience, and other relevant  documents with original & copy  to  ODA  HEAD office  of  HRD department:,  Finfinne, Around  Bole Medaniyalem  Oromia Tower, , Telephone:-  0116392196 within 7(seven) consecutive working days starting  from  September  22/ 2025GC  or  12/01/ 2018 EC in person 

 Note: 

• Clearance from recent employer & a guarantor   are mandatory to be employed for the position.
• Only Short listed applicants will be contacted for exam.