Senior Accountant

About the role

Ephtah Specialty Coffee, a specialty coffee export company founded in 2021, is hiring a full-time, on-site Senior Accountant in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The role oversees day-to-day accounting operations and works closely with management to provide financial analysis supporting strategic decisions in the export business.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, reconcile bank and subsidiary ledgers, and monitor cash flow
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations and coordinate audits
• Develop internal controls and financial procedures aligned with company policies
• Provide financial analysis to management

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; a professional accounting certification (e.g. ACCA, CPA) is an advantage
• Prior experience in a senior accounting role; experience in export, agriculture or commodity trading is a plus
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple deadlines
• Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams and external partners

Required skills

• Financial accounting and reporting, including general ledger management, financial statements and month-end/year-end closing
• Budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
• Accounts payable/receivable, invoicing and cash flow management
• Knowledge of Ethiopian tax laws, regulatory compliance and audit processes
• Advanced use of accounting software and spreadsheets (ERP systems, Excel)