Position: Senior Accountant (Re-advertised)
Organization: Women Empowerment Action (WE-Action)
Location: Addis Ababa (Head Office)
Career Level: Senior (5+ years)
Employment Type: Full-time
Number Required: 1
Deadline: May 21, 2026
About the Job
Women Empowerment Action (WE-Action) is a feminist women’s rights organization with 30 years of experience operating across Ethiopia. As a Senior Accountant, you will lead the financial operations at the Head Office level, ensuring organizational excellence and strict adherence to financial integrity. This role requires a high degree of leadership, oversight of complex NGO accounting, and a commitment to the organization’s mission of gender equality and social justice.
Key Responsibilities
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Financial Oversight: Supervise the maintenance of the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll systems.
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Reporting & Analysis: Lead the preparation of comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management and donors.
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Audit Management: Facilitate and lead internal and external audit processes, ensuring all documentation is audit-ready and compliant.
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Budgeting: Coordinate the development of annual budgets and project-specific financial forecasts in collaboration with program teams.
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Compliance: Ensure all financial activities align with Ethiopian law, donor requirements, and IPSAS standards.
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Safeguarding: Strictly uphold WE-Action’s zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation, abuse (SEA), and gender-based violence.
About You
Educational Qualification & Experience
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Education: BA or MA Degree in Accounting and Finance.
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Experience: A minimum of 5 years for BA holders or 3 years for MA holders in a senior accounting role.
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Sector Preference: Extensive experience working within NGOs is highly desirable.
Technical & Knowledge Requirements
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Software Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Peachtree (Sage 50) or other computer-based financial reporting systems is a must.
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Excel: Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and modeling.
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Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of IPSAS and Ethiopian tax regulations.
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Internal Controls: Proven ability to establish and maintain robust internal control frameworks.
Core Competencies
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Leadership: Strong team management and mentorship skills.
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Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in a professional environment.
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Integrity: Dedicated to feminist principles and organizational transparency.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should submit their non-returnable application letter and updated CV through Ethiojobs:
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Application Link: Apply via Ethiojobs
Application Instructions
Your application package must include:
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Position Title: Clearly stated in your cover letter.
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Qualification Summary: A brief highlight of your relevant experience.
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Motivation: Your objective for joining a feminist organization.
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References: Contact details for at least 3 professional references from current or former supervisors.
Closing Date: May 21, 2026
To apply for this job email your details to yeabsira@targetethiopia.com
