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Finance Coordinator

Organization: Development Expertise Center (DEC)

Required Number: 1 (One)

Gender Preference: Open to both Female and Male applicants (Qualified Female applicants are highly appreciated)

Reports to: Finance Director

Duty Station: Addis Ababa

Location Type: Office-based

Career Level: Senior Category (Requires 7+ years of proven work experience)

Employment Type: Full-time (Fixed-term contract)

Deadline: June 28th, 2026

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About the Organization

Development Expertise Center (DEC) is a national Civil Society Organization (CSO) registered in Ethiopia. The organization runs five major programs: Child Well-being and Education Development, Gender and Life Skill Development, Employable Skills Development, Advocacy, and Humanitarian Emergency Programs. DEC actively operates across seven National Regional States and one city administration, namely Amhara, Afar, Oromia, Tigray, South West Ethiopia, Gambela, Benishangul Gumuz, and the Addis Ababa City Administration.

Job Summary

The Finance Coordinator is accountable for maintaining day-to-day financial and accounting operations to keep financial settlements up to date in compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

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Specific Roles and Responsibilities

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Participate in budget preparations and ensure that approved program and budget plans are formally issued to departments and projects.

• Assist the Administration & Financial Manager with the preparation and consolidation of the annual budget.

• Monitor the regular and timely preparation and submission of accounting and budgetary reports.

• Develop an annual work plan for his/her area of responsibility and work towards the achievement of those plans.

Auditing & Compliance Control

• Perform internal audits of accounts payable, payroll distribution, fixed assets, and other core ledger areas.

• Ensure that all financial and budgetary documents are filed and maintained according to the organization’s accounting and budgetary policies and revisions.

• Review and recommend strategic modifications to accounting systems and procedures to maximize financial control.

• Ensure that financial and administrative reporting deadlines are strictly respected.

Coordination, Communication & Field Support

• Make on-site support visits to projects and partner organizations.

• Ensure timely responses to external and internal communications regarding financial issues.

• Perform other relevant tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor or the management of the organization.

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Qualifications and Requirements

Educational Background and Experience

• MA Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields of study.

• A minimum of 7 years of proven work experience in the finance sector.

Technical & Soft Skills

• Software Literacy: Advanced PC skills, particularly expert knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel, alongside other financial software packages.

• Specialized Accounting: Advanced skill in International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and thorough working knowledge of Peachtree Accounting.

• Procedural Knowledge: Strong knowledge of government grant and contracting procedures.

• Core Competencies: Grounding in Account Management and Business Development frameworks.

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Note

• Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

• Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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How To Apply

Interested and qualified applicants who fulfill the requirements are encouraged to apply before the closing deadline.

Submission Instructions

• Email Address: fic@decethiopia.org

• Required Action: Send your application letter and updated CV to the email address listed above to contribute to DEC’s mission of delivering impactful, community-driven programs.

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