Job Vacancy

Job Title: Regional Senior Project Accountant

Company: Oromia Development Association (ODA)

Location: ODA Head Office, Finfine (Addis Ababa), Around Bole Medhanialem, Oromia Tower, HRD Department, 6th Floor

Location Type: Office-based

Employment Type: Full-time, fixed-term contract (with possibility of extension)

Number Required: 2

Career Level: Senior Level (5–8 years)

Work Experience: 6 years for MA/MSc holders; 8 years for BA/BSc holders

Deadline: 7 consecutive working days starting from July 9, 2026 (or Hamle 2, 2018 EC)

Major Responsibilities

Budget Development: Leads the formulation of strategic, annual cost, and income budgets. Designs project-specific budgets for donor submissions.
Compliance & Recording: Ensures all financial transactions align with ODA policies, donor rules, and standard accounting practices to ensure positive external audits.
Payroll & Benefits Management: Manages payroll and processing of staff allowances/benefits in compliance with the HR Manual.
Financial Reporting: Examines and analyzes financial statements, ledgers, and tax liabilities for accuracy and completeness.
Disbursements: Verifies required documentation and prepares payment vouchers to request disbursements.
Team Leadership: Coaches and mentors junior accounting staff to enhance technical capacity.
Ethical Commitment: Adheres strictly to ODA’s code of conduct regarding the prevention and response to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) allegations.

About You

Qualification & Experience

Education: MA/BA degree in Accounting, Finance and Accounting, Financial Management, Business, Economics, Management, Business Administration, or related fields. Additional training in accounting policy is an advantage.
Experience: Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience for Bachelor’s degree holders, or 6 years for Master’s degree holders, within government, national, or international organizations.

Required Skills & Competencies

Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of the Charities and Civil Societies Agency proclamation and donor grant rules/regulations.
Accounting Standards: Extensive experience implementing policies fully compliant with GAAP and national requirements.
Data & Analysis: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large datasets and deliver recommendations to executive management.
Systems & Tools: Proficient with Microsoft Office packages and modern financial accounting software systems.
Languages: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, Amharic, and Afaan Oromo.
Note: Priority will be given to competent female applicants.

Special Requirements

Child Protection & Ethical Commitment: Strict adherence to ODA’s zero-tolerance policy on Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA). Mandatory participation in related trainings.
Employment Pre-requisites: Clearances from your most recent employer and a verified guarantor are mandatory prior to official employment.

Compensation & Benefits

Basic Monthly Salary: ETB 51,784.00
Transportation Allowance: ETB 1,800.00
Medical Allowance: Up to ETB 4,000.00

How To Apply

Applicants must apply in person at the ODA Head Office HRD department within 7 consecutive working days starting from July 9, 2026 (Hamle 2, 2018 EC).

Office Location: Finfine, Around Bole Medhanialem, Oromia Tower, HRD Department, 6th Floor
Telephone Contact: 0116392196

Submission Checklist

1.Organize Application Assets:

Prepare an updated application letter, detailed curriculum vitae (CV), and all educational and work experience credentials. Bring both original documents and photocopies.

2.Navigate to ODA Head Office:

Go to the HRD Department located on the 6th floor of the Oromia Tower, situated around Bole Medhanialem in Finfine.

3.Submit via Walk-In:

Hand over your complete application packet directly to the HRD staff within the 7-day registration window beginning July 9, 2026. Only shortlisted individuals will be contacted for exams.

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