Job Summary
ACORD Ethiopia is a leading local NGO implementing innovative urban, pastoral, and agro-pastoral development projects across Ethiopia. The organization focuses on resilience building, sustainable livelihoods, women’s empowerment, and natural resource management.
We are seeking an experienced Administration and Finance Manager to lead the organization’s finance, administration, and operational functions, ensuring sound financial management, compliance with donor and legal requirements, and efficient operational support for program implementation.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee accounting, budgeting, cash management, payments, and financial reporting.
Ensure accurate financial records and strong internal financial controls.
Prepare budgets, cash-flow forecasts, and management financial reports.
Coordinate internal and external audits and follow up on audit findings.
Ensure compliance with Ethiopian tax, financial, labor, and statutory requirements.
Support compliance with donor financial policies, procedures, reporting requirements, and regulations.
Manage general office administration and day-to-day operational activities.
Oversee procurement, logistics, office supplies, assets, and facilities.
Support recruitment, onboarding, payroll, staff administration, and performance management.
Develop and improve administrative and financial systems, policies, and procedures.
Provide management with financial and operational advice to support effective decision-making.
Coordinate with different teams and ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
Minimum 4 years of relevant professional experience in finance, administration, operations, or a similar management role.
Experience in a supervisory or management position is highly preferred.
Knowledge of Ethiopian tax, labor, and financial regulations.
Experience working with donor-funded projects or good knowledge of donor compliance, financial requirements, and reporting standards is highly desirable.
Experience with accounting/financial management software and Microsoft Office.
ACCA, CPA, or other relevant professional certification is an advantage.
Excellent written and spoken English is mandatory.