VisionFund MicroFinance would like to invite qualified and competent applicants to apply for the following vacant post.
VisionFund Micro Finance Institution (S.C) an Institution established according to proclamation No. 40/96 to provide financial services to the productive poor in the rural and urban areas of Ethiopia. Company is currently operating in five of the Regional States of the country.
IMMEDIATE INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
1.Position:Branch Accountant
Location:Woliso and Wolkite Surrounding Branches
Salary:As per the Institution salary scale
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Handle and ensure branch’s daily financial transaction (payments, collections, cash withdrawal & deposition in banks, saving withdrawals, cash count etc.) are in line with financial policy and procedure of the institution.
Ensures timely and accurate weekly & monthly bank reconciliation for all accounts of the branch and take prompt action on reconciling items
Ensures observance of policies in the preparation of payments, deposits, petty cash and vouchers
Ensures that the accounting books, records, loan documents etc. of the MFI branch are properly filed and stored for efficient retrieval and use;
Signs and counter signs on all financial documents and statements with the Branch manager.
Provides assistance in any audit or examination to be conducted by the external or internal auditor, government regulatory agencies as well as other parties duly authorized by the Board of Directors or the CEO to conduct such activity;
Facilitate availing of all necessary documentation for branch audit task and ensure that proper minutes kept, signed and properly filed up on audit exit conference.
Skill and educational background
Bachelor degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance and Budgeting or related fields.
Chartered accountant is an added advantage.
2 years for bachelor degree or 4 years’ experience for diploma in related positions.
Determined personality with initiative, perseverance and the ability to motivate & manage a team.
Capability and willingness to take responsibility and highly developed sense of integrity
Ready to comply and live up to and in accordance with the organization Ideals and Core Values.
Be proficient in Microsoft office, Sun systems and excellent use of Excel spreadsheets.
Highly developed sense of reliability and accuracy.
Be a good trainer, facilitator, mentor, and coach.
Very good communication skills.
Application way
Interested candidates who fulfil the above requirements can submit the application letter, updated curriculum vitae with names and addresses of up to 3 references and non returnable copies of credentials to VFE_vacancy@wvi.org or in person to: Wonchi, Woliso, Wolkite, Emdibir, Guraghe and Muhur branches or West Regional Office (Furi)
Deadline: Feb 2, 2024