Senior Government Accounts Expert

Job Description

About Us

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) implements the Governance Modernization to Enable Efficient Service Delivery (GMESD) Project, financed by the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group, to strengthen the Gov- ernment's capacity to mobilize and manage public financial resources. The MOF invites qualified and interested candidates to apply positions described below.

Background

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) is responsible for ensuring sound public financial management and maintaining an effective government accounting and financial bou reporting system. As part of its mandate, the Ministry develops accounting poli-949 cies, prepares consolidated government financial statements, strengthens internal financial controls, and supports evidence-based decision-making through reliable financial information.

The Government of Ethiopia is implementing comprehensive Public Financial Management (PFM) reforms to improve transparency, accountability, efficiency, and fiscal sustainability. A key component of these reforms is the transition from a modified cash-based accounting system to the International Public Sector Ac- counting Standards (IPSAS), supported by the implementation of the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) and other digital financial my management initiatives.

The Government Accounts Division plays a central role in establishing government accounting standards, maintaining the chart of accounts, consolidating financial information from federal government institutions, preparing annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and supporting the implementation of IPSAS across federal public bodies.

To strengthen these reforms and improve the quality and timeliness of government financial reporting, the Ministry of Finance seeks to recruit a qualified senior government Expert to provide technical Experts in government accounting, financial reporting, consolidation, reconciliation, financial analysis, and IPSAS implementation.

Objective of the Position

The Senior Government Accounts Expert will support the Ministry of Finance in strengthening government accounting systems and improving the quality, ac- curacy, and timeliness of financial reporting. The position is responsible for pre- paring consolidated government financial statements, ensuring compliance with government financial regulations and IPSAS requirements, strengthening internal controls, supporting IFMIS implementation, and providing technical guidance to federal public bodies.

Purpose of the Position

The Senior Government Expert is responsible for supporting the preparation of accurate, complete, and timely government financial accounts and reports. The position ensures compliance with the Government Financial Administration Proc- lamation, Ministry of Finance directives, and the government's transition to the In- ternational Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). The expert also contrib- utes to strengthening public financial management through improved accounting practices, financial reporting, reconciliation, and capacity building.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in: Accounting Accounting and Finance, Finance, Public Financial Management, Accounting and Auditing

Experience

• Master's degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience should include: Government accounting, Financial reporting, Public financial management, IPSAS implementation ,Financial statement preparation, Consolidation of financial statements

Quantity Required: 1

Duration: 12 months (renewable based on performance)

Duty Station: Public Finance Reform Division (PFRD), Ministry of Finance, Addis Ababa

Salary: As per the scale Based on the salary scale established for temporary staff-supported by development partners-in federal and regional government offices for programs or projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

Government Accounting

• Maintain accurate accounting records for government financial transactions.
• Review and verify accounting entries submitted by federal budgetary institutions.
• Ensure compliance with the government chart of accounts and accounting policies.
• Support the implementation of accrual-based IPSAS accounting requirements.
• Ensure proper recording of revenues, expenditures, assets, liabilities, and equity.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual government financial reports.
• Support the preparation of the Federal Government Consolidated Financial Statements.
• Review financial reports submitted by Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of financial statements
• Analyze financial information and prepare management reports.

Consolidation of Government Accounts

• Collect and consolidate financial statements from federal public bodies. 
• Eliminate inter-entity balances and transactions during consolidation.
• Review supporting schedules and disclosures.
• Coordinate with reporting entities to resolve reporting issues.

Reconciliation

• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Reconcile Treasury records with accounting records.
• Reconcile revenue and expenditure balances.
• Reconcile receivables, payables, advances, and suspense accounts.

IPSAS Implementation

• Support the implementation of IPSAS across federal public bodies.
• Assist in preparing IPSAS-compliant accounting policies and manuals. 
• Participate in IPSAS gap assessments and implementation activities. 
• Provide technical support to reporting entities during the transition. 

Financial Analysis

• Analyze government financial performance.
• Review trends in revenue and expenditure.
• Prepare analytical reports for management decision-making.
• Monitor budget execution and financial performance.

Internal Control and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with financial laws, regulations, and MoF directives.
• Strengthen internal control systems.
• Review accounting procedures and recommend improvements.
• Support implementation of audit recommendations.

IFMIS Support

• Support effective utilization of the Integrated Financial Management System (IFMIS).
• Review financial data generated through IFMIS.
• Support users in resolving accounting-related IFMIS issues.

Capacity Building

• Provide technical guidance to accountants and finance officers.
• Deliver training on government accounting and IPSAS.
• Develop training materials and user guides..

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with federal ministries and agencies.
• Work closely with Treasury, Budget, Internal Audit, and External Audit The Hade units·
• Liaise with development partners and consultants supporting financial qof tasol management reforms

Deliverables

• Quarterly Monthly and Annual government financial reports.
• Annual consolidated financial statements.
• IPSAS implementation progress reports.
• Bank and account reconciliation reports.
• Financial analysis reports.
• Capacity-building and training reports.
• Updated accounting manuals and procedures.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Government Accounting
• IPSAS
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Consolidation of Financial Statements
• Government Chart of Accounts
• Bank Reconciliation
• Financial Analysis
• Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

Behavioral Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Integrity and Professional Ethics
• Analytical Skills
• Problem Solving
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork
• Planning and Organizing

How To Apply

The Ministry now invites eligible and experienced candidates to indicate their interest to providing the required service. The interested applicants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualification and relevant experience required above by submitting their credentials documents that include cover letter and CVs to MoF You can register in person at the Ministry of Finance-Competency and Human Resource Management Executive, 3rd Floor, Office No. 302-by presenting the originals and non-returnable photocopies of your educational credentials and work experience documents.