Finance Officer at American Friends Service Committee – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

The Finance Officer will support the Salama Hub by developing and upholding quality standards for financial control and management, building the capacity of staff and partners on financial implementation, accounting, and financial monitoring and evaluation of budgets for the program. The role involves direct supervision of the Finance Assistant and close collaboration with the Regional Finance Manager for Africa, as well as IP Finance staff in Philadelphia and the AFSC International Programs Finance Director.

Key Responsibilities:
Administer and review Salama Hub financial plans and budgets, monitoring progress and changes, and keeping the Salama Hub Director updated on financial status.
Lead the annual budgeting and planning process with BftW Consortium members.
Manage monthly reconciliation of accounts payable, ensuring timely payments.
Manage accounting and review all financial transactions and reporting for Salama Hub programs.
Analyze and present accurate and timely financial reports, communicating critical matters to the Hub Director and Regional Finance Manager.
Ensure all receivables (including donor or partner receivables) are tracked, invoiced, paid, and correctly accounted for.
Prepare monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for all donor segments.
Manage the monthly closing process for Account Payables and General Ledger for Salama Hub’s accounts.
Process the Salama Hub Program payroll, ensuring compliance with all statutory payments.
Ensure accurate implementation and adherence to Ethiopia Office finance policies and accounting practices.
Manage the Salama Hub’s cash flow and forecasting to ensure adequate liquidity for operations.
Lead the program audit process, liaising with external auditors and being the main contact for donor (Bread for the World) program audits.
Ensure staff awareness of AFSC rules and procedures for budget and accounting.
Undertake field visits to support partner finance staff and perform informal management and accounting audits as requested.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with external parties, including partner finance staff and banks.
Perform any other assigned duties.

- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of professional experience with an international organization, preferably an NGO.