Desirable qualities, Skills and Competences

• Fluency in English, Amharic and Afan Oromo language(advantages). 

• The updated CV should have current photos, and the CV should be written from the recent position. 

• Very good knowledge and application of the country’s tax regulations 

• Ability to write and follow-up letter from company to different governmental office 

• Team oriented and flexible; keen to take initiative where appropriate. 

• Accountability & responsiveness within areas of responsibilities 

• Good knowledge and skill in on assigned profession 

Core Competencies: 

• Maintain Integrity

• Team player 

• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision.

• Strong organizational development skills 

• Good negotiating skills 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

• Problem solving skills 

• Conflict management skills 

• Ability to coach subordinates

Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee general accounting operations by controlling and verifying our financial transactions. Senior Accountant responsibilities include reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining general ledger and preparing month-end close procedures. A successful Senior Accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts. The ideal candidate has also experience collaborating and/or managing a team of Accountants and Junior Accountants. Senior Accountant duties also include ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all of our accounting tasks. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable 

• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results 

• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status

• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending

• Provide technical support and advice on Management Accountant 

• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures 

• Manage accounting assistants and bookkeepers 

• Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process 

• Provide input into department’s goal setting process 

• Prepare financial statements and produce budget according to schedule 

• Assist with tax audits and tax returns 

• Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance 

• Plan, assign and review staff’s work 

• Support month-end and year-end close process 

• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls 

• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles 

• Liaise with our Financial Manager and Accounting Manager to improve financial procedures

Job Requirements

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Accounting Supervisor, chief or senior accountant 

• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures 

• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Awareness of business trends 

• Familiarity with financial accounting statements 

• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process 

• Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like FreshBooks and QuickBooks 

• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables 

• Accuracy and attention to detail • Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills 

• BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant Relevant certification (e.g. CMA or CPA) will be preferred

• 8 years and above
   

Specific Experience

• Experience in surface and drip irrigation on construction projects

How to Apply

Interested and qualifying applicants can submit their application letter and CV in English, with email contact details of at least 3 professional references, to the following email bmkengineering19@gmail.com The vacancy reference number along with the title of the post needs to be written in the subject of the email. BMK is an equal opportunity employer and women are strongly encouraged to apply. All applications submitted cannot be returned. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as interviews are done on a rolling basis and the advert can be closed when a matching candidate is identified. An integrity screening will be part of the application procedure. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted