Dutystation: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Functional responsibilities
Support the application of proper financial management system for donor funds at Addis Ababa, Adama, Mekelle, Dire Dawa, Arba Minch, Jimma, Negele Borena, Semera, Kebri Dahar
Support the establishment, maintenance and coordination of accounting control procedures, financial database, computer software systems and filing systems
Standardize procedures and recorded step-by-step tasks for future and end-to-end ERP requirements, reversing a chaotic consolidation process to one of accuracy and quality;
Prepare accurate and timely financial reports;
Support in preparing accounts for internal and external audit;
Liaise with internal and external auditors to complete audits; as well as between the business functions and the technical implementation team.
Support in implementing actions from audit findings and recommendations
Support the timely provision, settlement, and reconciliation of procurement advances
Support on designing and follow-up implementation of proper internal control procedures to secure resources
Monitor, analyze and review budget and expenditure, and accounting-related system reports for accuracy and completeness, support in resolving discrepancies
Support in harmonizing financial reporting system of government and donor funds,
Support the management of the financial resources from the Global Fund including the grant closure process
Supervise the input and handling of financial data and report for the company automated financial system
Support resource mobilization efforts of the EPSS through participating in the development concept notes;
Participate actively in the implementation of SAP FICO Modules and support of SAP Financials (focus on FICO Controlling – Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Product Costing, Profitability Analysis, Project System, Results Analysis, Unsettled Costs, Month End, Close, Overhead assessment and settlement.)
Support the design, customize, configure and testing SAP FICO modules, identifying gaps, issues and working around solutions.
Provide SAP ad-hoc training and user support as required
Support learning and skill transfer through trainings, and other learning initiatives with EPSS staff
Perform other duties within the objective and scope of the role
Reconciled timely financial and programmatic reports are prepared and submitted
Proper procedures are followed and ascertained in the process of reprogramming and reallocation of grants
Standardized operating procedures are developed and monitored for implementation
System for integrated financial management of EPSS implemented
Monthly and quarterly progress report submitted
Education/Experience/Language requirements
A first University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent) inAccounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline is required. OR
Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related disciplineis desirable.
Certifications/ professional qualification in CPA, ACCA, CIMA or similar field is an asset
Experience
A minimum of two (2) years professional relevant work experience working in financial management, financial utilizations of project is required
Work experience with proven ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports and projections is an asset
Knowledge of government finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control system including financial regulations is desirable
Ability to promote teamwork in the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders is an asset
Competency in the use of computer software internet and computer-based management tools is desirable
Familiarity with health systems policies and sectoral reform processes; good skill in accounting software like Peachtree and other computerized accounting software is an added advantage
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