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Job Opportunity: General Accountant position available at Grace Construction Chemicals in Addis Ababa. Accounting and Finance, Business and Administration jobs in Ethiopia are in high demand. Apply now through GeezJobs - Ethiopia's leading job portal.
1. Financial Reporting & Analysis:
Lead the preparation and analysis of accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
Review financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
Ensure reports are in compliance with accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS) and regulatory requirements.
2. General Ledger Management:
Oversee the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger, including reviewing and posting journal entries.
Supervise account reconciliations, ensuring discrepancies are identified and resolved promptly.
Ensure that all transactions are recorded accurately and are in line with internal policies.
3. Month-End & Year-End Closing:
Manage and ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes.
Ensure proper documentation for month-end/year-end reports, audits, and compliance reviews.
Coordinate with other departments to ensure all necessary adjustments are made before closing.
4. Supervision & Mentoring:
Lead and mentor junior accountants and accounting assistants, providing guidance on technical and procedural matters.
Assign tasks, review work for accuracy, and provide constructive feedback to team members.
Coordinate and train staff on new systems, processes, or changes in accounting regulations.
5. Budgeting & Forecasting:
Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, ensuring they align with the company’s financial objectives.
Monitor budget variances and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
6. Internal Controls & Compliance:
Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies.
Support internal and external audits, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of documentation.
Identify areas of risk or inefficiency and suggest improvements in accounting processes or controls.
7. Tax Reporting & Compliance:
Assist in preparing tax filings, including income tax, VAT/GST, and other relevant taxes.
Ensure compliance with local and international tax laws and regulations.
Liaise with external tax advisors or agencies as needed.
8. Process Improvement & Automation:
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.
Help drive automation initiatives, such as implementing accounting software upgrades or integrating new technologies.
9. Perform other job-related duties as required by the company.
Equipment:
Computer with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero)
Calculator for financial calculations
Filing cabinet for organized record-keeping Materials:
Accounting journals and ledgers
Financial reports templates (e.g., balance sheets, income statements)
