Accountant

Hope Enterprise’s University College
Full time Posted: Apr 15, 2026
Career Level
Junior Level(1-3 years)
Location
Addis Ababa
Salary
Deadline
May 01, 2026
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About This Role

This is a hands-on accounting position within a private higher education institution, not a large corporation. The role involves managing the full accounting cycle for the university college, from daily transaction processing to preparing financial statements. It suits a detail-oriented professional with 1–3 years of experience who is comfortable working in a structured academic environment, where accuracy and internal control are paramount.

What the Requirements Say About This Role

The employer is looking for someone who can independently maintain accounting records and resolve discrepancies, not just process data. The emphasis on “establishing control procedures” suggests they value candidates who understand internal controls and can spot or prevent errors. A degree in accounting or finance is likely expected, along with familiarity with accounting software and Ethiopian tax regulations.

How to Approach This Application

In your cover letter and CV, highlight specific examples of how you have maintained accurate ledgers, reconciled accounts, or prepared financial reports in a previous role. Emphasize your ability to work under the supervision of a Finance Head while taking ownership of daily accounting tasks. Mention any experience with educational institutions or nonprofit accounting, as this signals familiarity with the sector’s unique reporting needs.

Best Fit

Who This Role Suits

This role is best suited for a junior accountant who wants to build foundational experience in a stable, mission-driven organization. Competition is moderate, with preference given to candidates who demonstrate both technical competence and reliability.

Hope Enterprise University College (HEUC) is a higher education institution in Ethiopia, which is housed on five hectares of a beautiful, green and clean campus conductive for teaching-learning process and having student and faculty friendly environment. 

Currently the university college is trying to recruit the right candidate who is befitting for the position of Accountant accordingly, any interested professional who can meet the following criteria can apply for the position. 

Position:                                 Accountant

Terms of employment:         Full time  

Accountable to:                     Finance Head 

Main Purpose:   Runs smooth and efficient account system of the collage by analyzing information, establishing control procedures, resolving accounting discrepancies and preparing regular financial statement and reports. 

Tasks and Responsibilities: 

  • Prepares all payment vouchers in accordance with the financial rules, regulations and appropriate authorization of the college; 

  • Prepares journal vouchers, posts and balances accounting entries and prepares quarterly trial balance;

  • Prepares payroll at the end of every month; 

  • Prepares and reviews budget, revenue expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents; 

  • Follows-up outstanding accounts, travel advances, salary advances and other receivable and presents same to the immediate supervisor for appropriate action;

  • Maintains proper fixes assets register book and maintains proper record of store issue and receiving vouchers; 

  • Records all petty cash payments and ensures the accuracy and legality of all receipts before replenishment;

  • Reporting WHT, VAT tax, Income Tax, and pension payables to appropriate tax authority and following up the on time settlement of taxes;

  • Posting CSIs daily to the Peachtree accounting system;

  • Prepare medical insurance claims and following up the requested claims are settled in time;

  • Posting bank debit and Credit advices to the Peachtree accounting system;

  • Maintain and handling financial documents in appropriate file for future referencing;

  • Establishes, maintains, and  coordinates the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures;

  • Prepares bank reconciliation statements regularly and resolves accounting discrepancies; 

  • Informs the various divisions of the college about the funds that they got and their balances on a monthly basis by preparing balance statements;

  • Prepares monthly provident fund of employees and distribute their ledger Biannually;

  • Assists and participate in the final closing of books and preparation of Financial reports;

  • Assists the finance department head of budgetary control preparation of accounting reports and analysis of financial reports; 

  • Perform other duties assigned by the Finance Head.

Number of Vacancies:-         1 (One)

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting & Finance
  • 2-year work experience, university collage is highly preferred. 
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Peachtree, Microsoft Word and Excel

How To Apply

N.B: Candidates interested in the above positions should submit the following Documents. 

  • Original credentials ( Educational Certificate, Work experience, Termination Letter and Clearance)
  • Valid resignation letter and clearance from current institution   
  • Income tax deduction confirmation letter from Ethiopian Revenue and Custom authority 

Submission and Deadline of Application 

All applicants shall submit their letter of application with CV, copies of credentials and three references to the Human resource office of our University College Lebu Campus or via email address hr@heuc.edu.et within 10 working days from the date of this vacancy announcement. 

Address; Lebu/Jemo-1 (around Lebu Medihanalem Church).

Mobile : 09 74 17 66 00

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