Project Accountant for CISSP Diredawa

Who we are

 

SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia is an International Non-governmental organization and a member of SOS Children’s Villages International Federation. We started our humanitarian work in Ethiopia with the opening of our first Village in Mekelle, Northern part of Ethiopia in 1974. Since then, we have expanded our programs to different regions where there are significant needs for intervention and where we believe we can work in partnership with all relevant actors to bring sustainable positive outcomes for children’s and young people. 

 

Today, we have grown significantly to meet the persistent challenges that confront Ethiopian children who have lost parental care and those that are at risk of losing their parental care. Working in close collaboration with international donors, local government and community-based organizations across eight program locations; we aspire that every child grows up with love, respect and security.

 

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Our Commitment to Safeguarding  

 

At SOS Children's Villages, safeguarding isn't just a policy, it's a foundational value embedded in everything we do. We are unwavering in our commitment to protecting the children, young people, adults, and communities we serve, as well as our workforce and resources.

We cultivate an environment of trust and accountability where every voice is heard and respected. All successful candidates will be expected to champion our holistic safeguarding principles, actively upholding our Child & Youth Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct, and regulations against sexual misconduct, fraud, and corruption.

 

By joining our team, you commit to integrating these vital standards into your work, ensuring the highest levels of safety, ethics, and integrity in every action and partnership.

 

Together, we create a world where everyone feels safe, respected, and protected

 

Join Our Mission:

 

Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator records financial transactions to appropriate projects and tasks, prepares periodic financial statements and reports, and keeps the records of the accounts books up to date according to SOS financial manual and Procedure’s and involve in financial closings 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Review payment requests for accuracy, completeness, compliance, level of authorization and clarity on the invoices.
• Review disbursement requests for accuracy, documentation and validity; effect payment to the right vendor from the right project.
• Review accounts on regular basis to ensure the balances are complete and accurate;
• Recording of all project financial transactions into the SOS financial recording and meeting all submission dates and reporting requirements as required by the Programme Accountant.
• Assure accuracy of supporting documentation for accounting records
• Organize and maintain Accounting filling system;
• Monthly follow-up on status with the Social Security (Pension) and Tax departments. Including depositing the checks and routine follow-up , registering new employees at Social Security (Pension) and Tax Departments;
• Prepares payroll and arranges timely payment of salaries.
• Follow-up and control payable and receivable accounts.
• Receives original transaction documents, checks completeness and correctness and passes them to immediate supervisor.
• Takes part in inventory taking and control of assets and stock items
• Participates in the preparation of drafts financial statements.
• Assists the Manager of program finance in the Implementation of the internal control system and financial procedures manual of the organization.
• Maintain vehicle-related issues (Log sheet, fuel management )
• Maintain organizational assets records.
• Provide technical support to the programme location facilities in SOS CVP financial management related issues.

Our Ideal Candidate?

 

Let's find out if we're a match. The next step in our process depends on how your background closely align with the below criteria’s. 

 

Essential Requirements (Must-Have):

• Education:BA Degree in Accounting and finance 
• Experience:  2 years-6 years of relevant experience
• Role specific Competencies: Computer skills (MS Excel , word, outlook)

Desired Assets (Nice-to-Have): 

• Strong set of personal values including integrity, honesty and desire to be of service
• Ease of using computers with mastery on application soft wares such as MS Word, MS Windows, and MS Excel
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous accuracy is vital to avoid costly errors in financial reporting.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret data, identify patterns, and provide insights for business decisions.
• Communication: Ability to explain complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Organization and Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines, particularly during tax season.
• Integrity: High ethical standards when handling confidential financial data

SOS Lead and Core Competencies 

 

Lead Competency 

• Role model: Act as a role model for the organization, living our values and inspiring and learning from others
• Collaboration: Remove barriers to participation, share decision making and build partnerships
• Empowerment: Promote inclusion and equitable sharing of power
• Strategic Thinking: Live the values and mission, setting realistic goals and translating them into actionable plans

Core Competency 

• Kindness: Act with empathy towards everyone he/she works with.
• Continuous Learning: Make an effort to learn, understand and grow as a person, admitting your own mistakes.
• Inclusiveness: In any actions show respect and care for others.
• Initiative: speak up when things are not right, do not hesitate to act, and adapt to change when necessary.
• Results Orientation: look for solutions and focus on desired results.

 

Does This Sound Like You?

 

To apply, please submit your updated resume via SOS Children's Villages Application portal (ICIMS)

We actively champion diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage women to step forward and apply. As part of our unwavering commitment to holistic safeguarding protecting children, youth, adults, and assets our selection process emphasizes value alignment and includes thorough background checks for all potential hires.

SOS Children's Villages in Ethiopia is an equal opportunity employer, providing fair consideration to all applicant regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or class.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.