Job Overview
Population Council is seeking a qualified Junior Accountant to support its financial operations in Addis Ababa. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, experience in the NGO or public health sector, and proficiency in financial systems and procedures.
Key Details
- Location: Addis Ababa
- Deadline: April 14th, 2026
Job Requirements & Description
Required Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration or Management and a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
- Professional experience working in the NGO sector or public health related international organization.
- Experience working with international organizations, including communications with overseas HQ.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively with national and international colleagues.
- Ability to prioritize and organize tasks.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment.
- Knowledge of accounting software, MS Office applications and web-based communications.
- Proficiency in written and oral English is required.
- Willingness to travel within the country, as required.
- Women are highly encouraged to apply.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Posting different entries into the NetSuite ERP accounting system.
- Work with supervisor on monitoring the cash liquidity position of the organization and to estimate the cash requirement for the project(s).
- Prepare checks and assist in monthly payroll and payroll entries preparation.
- Work on bank reconciliations on matching banks data and reconciliation of accounts.
- Prepare petty cash reconciliations and replenishment.
- Prepare monthly government tax dues and ensure timely settlement.
- Assist in cost effective and transparent procurement of goods and services; ensuring the security of capital assets and equipment funded by the project and in adherence with PC and donor policies.
- Process all project-related payments including completing check payment vouchers and outbound checks.
- Ensure proper supporting document of payments and prompt filing of documents related to payments.
- Ensure that all Check payment vouchers, and any other relevant documents are completely signed and authorized.
- Review travel expenses reports submitted by staff to ensure accurate reimbursement / remittance.
- Carry out banking operations including requests for bank drafts and other banking transactions.
- Participate in preparing for annual statutory and project related audit.
- Make sure each vendor has all the necessary information to be recorded in NetSuite.
- Assist in disbursing payments to program staff and temporary workers in the field.
- Respond in a timely manner to queries sent by the New York Office on all financial matters including questions or corrections on the expense report and PPB with collaboration of the Senior accountant.
- Make sure all staff have entered their weekly time in a timely manner and assist those who need support.
- Update assets register of project related assets in a timely manner.
- Carry out other activities assigned by supervisor.
Required Skills
- Basic computer skills (MS Office, email).
- Ability to manage many requests at once.
- Ability to deliver quality work within deadlines.
- Strong financial analysis.
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and work under pressure.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
How to Apply
Please apply with a cover letter and CV, submitted to ONLY https://ethiojobs.net/job/9EbWctB4RE-junior-accountant. Application Deadline: Within 7 days of advertising.