Finance and Accounts Manager

About the role

Kebronhill Microfinance Institution S.C. (KHMFI), licensed by the National Bank of Ethiopia, is looking for a Finance and Accounts Manager in Addis Ababa. The role plans, coordinates and oversees the institution's financial planning, accounting and treasury activities, advises senior management and supervises the Finance and Accounts team.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee financial planning, accounting and treasury; advise the CEO and senior management on budgeting, treasury and accounting.
• Supervise the Finance and Accounts team and monitor performance against approved plans, budgets and targets.
• Support branches with business plans, budgets and financial projections, and develop and update financial policies and procedures.
• Manage funding requirements, liquidity and treasury operations, and set up financial controls for accurate reporting.
• Provide technical guidance to branch accounting, ensure proper authorization of transactions and compliance with laws and National Bank of Ethiopia directives.
• Coordinate regulatory and external audits and follow up on audit recommendations.
• Prepare and submit financial performance reports, analyse budget variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate the performance of direct reports, coach staff and promote teamwork with other departments.

Required profile

• MBA, MSc, MA, ACCA or BA degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• At least 7-9 years of relevant experience, including 3-4 years in a managerial position in banking or microfinance.
• Leadership, coaching and staff management abilities, sound professional judgment and excellent communication skills.

Required skills

• Strong financial management, analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in relevant financial management and computer applications.