About This Role
This finance leadership position at a software firm goes beyond routine bookkeeping—it demands a strategic partner who can translate financial data into actionable business insights for a tech-driven environment. You will serve as the bridge between operational teams and executive decision-makers, ensuring that financial planning directly supports the company’s growth trajectory. The role suits a seasoned finance professional who is comfortable working in a dynamic, project-based sector where cash flow and resource allocation can change rapidly.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The 5-8 year experience requirement signals that the employer is looking for someone who has moved past entry-level processing and can independently design financial controls and reporting frameworks. Proficiency in budgeting and variance analysis suggests they need a manager who can proactively flag issues rather than just record outcomes. The emphasis on regulatory compliance hints at a need for someone familiar with Ethiopian tax laws and business registration requirements, as software companies often deal with service contracts and withholding tax complexities.
How to Approach This Application
Your application should demonstrate your ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders—prepare a one-page sample dashboard or a brief case study showing how you improved budget adherence at a previous company. Highlight any experience you have with software or service-based businesses, as the revenue recognition and cost structures differ from manufacturing or retail. The employer will likely prioritize candidates who can show they have implemented internal controls that reduced financial risks, so quantify any past achievements in cost savings or audit improvements.
Who This Role Suits
This role is best suited for an experienced finance manager who enjoys working in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is ready to take ownership of strategic financial planning. Competition will be moderate but selective, as the company likely values candidates with both technical accounting skills and the ability to communicate financial stories to leadership.
Job Purpose
To lead and manage the financial operations of the organization by ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, effective budgeting, and strategic financial planning to support business growth and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Develop annual budgets and forecasts
- Analyze financial performance and provide insights to management
- Support strategic decision-making with financial data
Financial Reporting
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of reports
- Present financial reports to senior management
Budget Management
- Monitor budget utilization and control costs
- Identify variances and recommend corrective actions
- Ensure departments operate within approved budgets
Cash Flow & Treasury Management
- Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity
- Monitor receivables and payables
- Optimize working capital
- Manage banking relationships
Compliance & Internal Control
- Ensure compliance with tax laws and financial regulations
- Maintain strong internal control systems
- Coordinate internal and external audits
Tax Management
- Oversee tax planning and compliance
- Ensure timely tax filing and payments
- Minimize tax risks and penalties
Team Leadership
- Supervise and develop finance team members
- Provide training and performance management
- Ensure efficient workflow within the finance department
Process Improvement
- Improve financial systems and processes
- Implement automation where possible
- Ensure efficiency and accuracy in financial operations
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy of financial reports (minimal errors)
- Timeliness of financial reporting (monthly closing within deadline)
- Budget variance (actual vs planned within acceptable range)
- Positive cash flow sustainability
- Reduction in overdue receivables
- Payables managed within agreed terms
- Reduction in unnecessary expenses
- Operational cost efficiency improvement
- Zero or minimal audit findings
- Timely tax filing and compliance
- Strong internal control implementation
- Reduction in financial process delays
- Improvement in reporting turnaround time
- Staff productivity and performance improvement
- Training and development completion
- Low staff turnover in finance team
Reports To
DCEO/CEO/FINANCE DIRECTOR
Location
Head Office/Adiss Ababa
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- BA/Master’s degree or professional certification - QMS
- Minimum 6-10 years of relevant experience (in which 2 years and above in managerial position)
- Strong knowledge of financial systems and reporting
- Experience in budgeting and financial analysis
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards
- Proficiency with Peachtree or similar accounting software
- Proven experience in lottery sales (LS) transaction management
- Experience in banking operations and cash management, aligned with National Bank of Ethiopia regulations
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Leadership and team management skills
- Excellent communication and reporting skills
- Proficiency in accounting software and Excel
How To Apply
Interested And Qualified Applicants can apply through this email haymanotgebre12@gmail.com
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