Senior Accountant (Tax, Compliance & Cost Focus)

TheSenior Accountantis responsible for managing the organization’s core accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, full tax compliance, and effective cost control. The role plays a critical part in maintaining financial integrity, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring compliance with Ethiopian regulations and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The position also contributes to strengthening internal controls, improving financial processes, and supporting sustainable growth within a healthcare environment.Key Responsibilities1. Financial Reporting & ClosingPrepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRSLead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timelinessPerform detailed account reconciliations and resolve discrepanciesMaintain proper financial records and documentationPrepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRSLead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timelinessPerform detailed account reconciliations and resolve discrepanciesMaintain proper financial records and documentation2. Tax & Regulatory ComplianceEnsure full compliance with Ethiopian tax laws and filing requirements (VAT, WHT, payroll taxes, CIT)Prepare and submit tax returns and supporting schedulesHandle tax audits, assessments, and correspondence with regulatory authoritiesStay updated on changes in tax laws and ensure organizational complianceEnsure full compliance with Ethiopian tax laws and filing requirements (VAT, WHT, payroll taxes, CIT)Prepare and submit tax returns and supporting schedulesHandle tax audits, assessments, and correspondence with regulatory authoritiesStay updated on changes in tax laws and ensure organizational compliance3. Cost Control & Financial AnalysisAnalyze operational costs, budgets, and financial variancesProvide insights and recommendations to improve cost efficiency and profitabilitySupport budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processesMonitor departmental spending and identify cost-saving opportunitiesAnalyze operational costs, budgets, and financial variancesProvide insights and recommendations to improve cost efficiency and profitabilitySupport budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processesMonitor departmental spending and identify cost-saving opportunities4. Internal Controls & Process ImprovementStrengthen internal control systems and ensure compliance with financial policiesIdentify inefficiencies and implement process improvementsEnsure audit readiness and proper documentation for internal and external auditsStrengthen internal control systems and ensure compliance with financial policiesIdentify inefficiencies and implement process improvementsEnsure audit readiness and proper documentation for internal and external audits5. Cash Flow & Financial Risk ManagementMonitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital positionSupport financial planning and risk assessment activitiesEnsure proper management of payables and receivablesMonitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital positionSupport financial planning and risk assessment activitiesEnsure proper management of payables and receivables6. Stakeholder Coordination & SupportCollaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate financial dataSupport management with financial reports, analysis, and decision-making inputsLiaise with auditors, tax authorities, and external stakeholdersCollaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate financial dataSupport management with financial reports, analysis, and decision-making inputsLiaise with auditors, tax authorities, and external stakeholders

Job Summary The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing the organization’s core accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, full tax compliance, and effective cost control. The role plays a critical part in maintaining financial integrity, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring compliance with Ethiopian regulations and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The position also contributes to strengthening internal controls, improving financial processes, and supporting sustainable growth within a healthcare environment. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Reporting & Closing Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Perform detailed account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies Maintain proper financial records and documentation 2. Tax & Regulatory Compliance Ensure full compliance with Ethiopian tax laws and filing requirements (VAT, WHT, payroll taxes, CIT) Prepare and submit tax returns and supporting schedules Handle tax audits, assessments, and correspondence with regulatory authorities Stay updated on changes in tax laws and ensure organizational compliance 3. Cost Control & Financial Analysis Analyze operational costs, budgets, and financial variances Provide insights and recommendations to improve cost efficiency and profitability Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes Monitor departmental spending and identify cost-saving opportunities 4. Internal Controls & Process Improvement Strengthen internal control systems and ensure compliance with financial policies Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements Ensure audit readiness and proper documentation for internal and external audits 5. Cash Flow & Financial Risk Management Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital position Support financial planning and risk assessment activities Ensure proper management of payables and receivables 6. Stakeholder Coordination & Support Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate financial data Support management with financial reports, analysis, and decision-making inputs Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and external stakeholders