Manager, Accounts Division

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Kebronhill Microfinance Institution S.C. (KHMFI) pioneers accessible financial services, merging vision with action. Licensed by the National Bank of Ethiopia (MFI/071/2024) under Proclamation No. 626/2009, we champion community upliftment by blending profitability with social impact. Committed to regulatory integrity, we welcome Ethiopians, foreign nationals of Ethiopian origin, and organizations to join our journey. With a focus on innovation and inclusivity, KHMFI leads microfinance excellence, empowering individuals for a brighter future.

Position: Manager, Accounts Division

Place of Work: Head Office, Addis Ababa

Terms of Employment: Permanent

Salary: As per the institution salary scale

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct daily accounting workflows to ensure precise, real-time recording of all financial transactions and the absolute integrity of core banking system data
• Maintain the General Ledger, execute month-end closing procedures, reconcile balance sheets, and consolidate financial statements for head office
• Oversee end-to-end payables and receivables, ensuring timely reconciliations; monitor cash collections and provide critical financial insights to the Budget & Treasury section
• Manage the full fixed asset lifecycle, including depreciation and tagging; oversee payroll processing, ensuring flawless execution of statutory deductions and timely disbursements
• Enforce institutional policies and NBE regulatory standards; serve as the primary liaison for internal/external audits, ensuring transparent documentation and seamless implementation of audit recommendations
• Generate high-level management reports, including expense analysis and budget variance insights, to drive fiscal discipline and operational improvement
• Supervise and mentor the Accounts team, fostering a high-performance culture through structured performance management including objective setting, monitoring, and annual appraisals while upskilling staff to increase operational capacity
• Identify and implement strategic process improvements to streamline accounting workflows and enhance departmental efficiency
• Certify the accuracy of all financial vouchers, checks, and payments, ensuring full adherence to established accounting standards and organizational controls
• Submit timely progress reports to the Manager of the Accounts and Finance Department
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

Education & Experience

• MBA/MA/BA degree in accounting, finance or a related field (professional certification such as CPA or ACCA is highly advantageous)
• 5/7 years of relevant experience, including 3/4 years in a senior position, specifically within the microfinance industry

Technical and Other Skills

• Advanced knowledge of financial reporting, tax regulations, and microfinance accounting standards
• Proven technical and managerial ability, sound judgment, and capacity to work effectively with diverse teams
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills, promoting teamwork and integrity
• High sense of ethics, professional conduct, and responsibility
• Excellent written and oral communication, and reporting skills

Required Skills

• Microsoft Office Pack: Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Report writing skill
• Analytical skill
• CPA/ACCA/CIMA (Chartered Accountant)

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, non-returnable copies of credentials, and three professional references to: HR@kebronmfi.com

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