Position: Accountant
Organization: National Tobacco Enterprise (NTE) / JTI Ethiopia
Location: South LOC – Bilate (On-site/Relocation required)
Career Level: Junior Level (1–3 years)
Employment Type: Full-time
Number Required: 1
Deadline: June 20, 2026
About the Job
Based at the Bilate farm location, this role is critical for the financial oversight of field operations. Reporting to the Finance Supervisor, you will manage the end-to-end financial cycle of the leaf-buying process, including farmer payments, inventory validation, and site-level treasury management. This position requires a candidate ready to work in a dynamic, rural operational environment while maintaining international reporting standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Operational Finance: Process and record all site-level payments, ensuring complete documentation and SharePoint archiving.
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Wet Leaf Purchasing: Prepare vouchers and ensure timely, accurate payments to farmers; reconcile leaf quantities against purchase values.
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Treasury & Banking: Manage site bank operations, perform reconciliations, and monitor daily balances for HQ Treasury reporting.
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Inventory & Production: Coordinate with logistics to verify and validate inventory and production data before HQ submission.
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Vendor Management: Execute three-way matching for vendor invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance before payment.
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Expenditure Control: Monitor per diem and travel advances, ensuring settlements are documented and outstanding balances are followed up.
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Audit Readiness: Maintain rigorous filing systems to support internal and external audits and ensure adherence to company safety policies.
About You
Education & Experience
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Education: BA Degree in Accounting, Accounting & Finance, or a related field.
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Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in accounting.
Technical & Language Skills
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Accounting Standards: Solid knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and experience working within ERP systems.
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Software Proficiency: Strong MS Office skills, particularly Excel for reconciliation and reporting.
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Languages: Strong proficiency in English (both oral and written).
Core Requirements
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Mobility: Must be willing to relocate to and work full-time in Bilate (South LOC).
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Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Collective Labor Agreements and internal safety regulations.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should submit their updated CV via email:
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Email Address: CareersEthiopia@jti.com
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Subject Line: Must indicate: “Accountant – Bilate”
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Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing Date: June 20, 2026
To apply for this job email your details to CareersEthiopia@jti.com
