About the Job

Job Title: Finance Manager

Company: Concern Worldwide

Reports To: Deputy Country Financial Controller

Location: Addis Ababa (Office-based)

Employment Term: Definite contract (until July 31, 2027)

Job Summary

The Finance Manager is responsible for providing timely, accurate, and relevant financial information to manage operations effectively. This role leads month-end financial processing and works closely with direct reports, the Dublin-based International Accounting Services function, and the wider Finance team. Key focus areas include managing treasury activities, receivables, payables, disbursements, and cash forecasting, while supporting strong internal controls and donor compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management & Reporting: Maintain accurate financial records, manage system entries in MGP, run BI360 reports, and review foreign exchange transactions. Support annual and revised budget preparations.

• Month-End Processing: Coordinate cash and bank books, journals, payroll postings, reconciliations, cost allocations, prepayments, and balance sheet updates.

• Treasury & Cash Flow: Oversee cash, bank, and petty cash systems under strong internal controls. Review disbursement requests for correct coding, proper approval, donor compliance, and withholding tax requirements. Coordinate cash transfers and monthly cash forecasts.

• Staff Management & Capacity Building: Supervise, coach, and appraise direct reports. Train staff and local implementing partners on financial controls, organizational procedures, and donor guidelines.

• Audits & Compliance: Support donor, internal, and external audits, coordinate timely management responses, and enforce audit recommendations.

• Emergency Response & Values: Uphold Concern’s core values regarding equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding. Actively participate in emergency responses as required.

About You

• Education & Professional Qualifications: Part-qualified accountant (CA, CMA, ACCA, or CPA) OR a Master’s degree in Finance or a related field.

• Experience Guidelines: Relevant experience in general ledger management, preferably within an International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) environment:

  • Professionally Qualified: More than 3 years of experience.

  • Master’s Degree Holder: Minimum 5 years of experience.

  • Bachelor’s Degree Holder: Minimum 10 years of experience.

• Technical Skills: Highly computer literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and enterprise accounting packages.

• Languages: Fluency in English with excellent communication skills.

• Core Competencies: Creative thinking, active problem-solving, strong management and prioritization skills under tight deadlines, high level of honesty, integrity, and cross-cultural sensitivity.

What We Offer

• Salary: 1,144 (Competitive base rate)

• Perks & Allowances: Transport Allowance and Medical Allowance

• Medical Benefits: Excellent health coverage (100% cover including dependents)

• Leave Package: 20 days of annual leave, 26 weeks of paid maternity leave, and 18 weeks of unpaid parental leave.

Job Details & How to Apply

• Location Type: Office

• Employment Type: Full-time (Definite period until July 31, 2027)

• Career Level: Senior (5-8 years)

• Managerial Experience: 3-5 years required

• Number of People Required: 1

• Deadline: July 8th, 2026 (Shortlisting is conducted on a rolling basis due to urgency).

How To Apply:

Interested applicants should submit their non-returnable CV and a cover letter outlining how their experience and education fit this vacancy through the official application form link below:

https://forms.gle/38xzyFkyuVpQas8i6

(Note: There is no need to submit supporting credentials or certificates at this stage. Women and individuals with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply).