About This Role
This is a hands-on finance support role inside a working furniture factory, not a corporate office position. The hire will be the financial record-keeper for daily factory operations—tracking invoices, handling petty cash, and running bank errands in the local area. It suits a fresh graduate who wants to build accounting experience quickly by touching every part of the transaction cycle rather than specializing in one narrow task.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The emphasis on living near Menagesha signals that commuting reliability matters more to this employer than academic pedigree—they need someone who can show up consistently and move between the factory and local banks without friction. The multilingual and local communication angle suggests the role sits at the intersection of finance and community relations; this person will likely be the factory's financial point of contact for suppliers, workers, and clients who may not operate in formal business settings. The fresh graduate framing implies they are willing to train on systems and procedures, but expect baseline numeracy, honesty with cash, and comfort in an industrial environment from day one.
How to Approach This Application
Lead with your proximity to Menagesha and your language abilities—these are clearly screening criteria, not nice-to-haves. Mention any exposure to bookkeeping, petty cash, or invoice handling from internships, coursework, or family business experience, since the employer will want reassurance you can be trusted with cash and bank duties. A short note on your willingness to work in a factory setting and handle bank errands yourself will signal you understand what the job actually looks like day to day.
Who This Role Suits
Best suited to a recent accounting or finance graduate based near Menagesha who is fluent in Amharic and at least one other language, and who values practical experience over prestige. Competition is likely moderate but localized—the location requirement narrows the applicant pool considerably, which works in favor of qualified nearby candidates.
About the Role
We are a furniture manufacturing factory based in Menagesha, Oramia, looking for a Finance Assistant who lives around the factory. The role involves daily financial data entry, document management, cash and bank reconciliations, and assisting with financial communications with local suppliers, workers, and clients. The ideal candidate must be multilingual and comfortable working in a factory environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily Accounting Tasks: Assist in entering daily financial data, organizing and reviewing purchase invoices, sales receipts, and reimbursement vouchers.
- Cash & Bank Handling: Assist in managing factory petty cash, visit local banks for deposits, withdrawals, and transfers, and maintain cash and bank journals.
- Local Communication & Coordination: Use Amharic and Afaan Oromoo to communicate with local suppliers, clients, and factory workers to reconcile accounts, follow up on invoices, or explain payroll details.
- Inventory & Cost Support: Assist the Finance Manager in verifying purchase documents and inventory data for raw materials (e.g., timber, boards, hardware), and support basic cost calculation.
- Document Management: Properly keep and archive financial vouchers, contracts, and tax documents.
- Other Duties: Assist Chinese finance staff or management in daily coordination with local tax authorities (Ministry of Revenues).
Requirements
- Education: Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Language Skills (Core Requirement):
- Good English proficiency, able to use English for written communication and oral reporting to Chinese management.
- Fluent in Amharic, for communication with local staff and government offices.
- Proficient in Afaan Oromoo, for smooth communication with local suppliers, workers, and clients.
- Experience: No prior experience required; fresh graduates are welcome. Experience in factory/manufacturing finance or cashier roles is a plus.
- Skills: Proficient in MS Excel (formulas, spreadsheets) and Word; familiarity with Ethiopian tax systems or accounting software (e.g., Peachtree) is an advantage.
- Personal Attributes: Honest, reliable, detail-oriented, and good with numbers; strong communication skills and able to adapt to a factory environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (negotiable).
- Hands-on experience in manufacturing finance operations.
- A supportive team environment and career growth opportunities.
How To Apply
How to Apply
Please send your CV (in English) to johnxu@originwin.com.cn with the subject line: "Application for Finance Assistant - [Your Name]".
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