JOB OVERVIEW
- Organization: Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Institute (ATI)
- Position: Junior Finance Officer
- Location: Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary & Benefits: As per ATI’s scale
- Posted Date: September 24, 2025
- Application Deadline: October 2, 2025
About Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Institute (ATI)
The Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Institute (ATI), formerly the Agricultural Transformation Agency (ATA), is a government institution dedicated to accelerating agricultural growth and transformation in Ethiopia. As agriculture remains central to the country’s GDP, exports, and workforce, ATI’s mission is to enhance the livelihoods of smallholder farmers through inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agricultural development.
Position: Junior Finance Officer
ATI is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Junior Finance Officer to support its regional finance operations. The role focuses on effective financial management, accurate record-keeping, and compliance with ATI’s policies and procedures.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare receipt vouchers, collect cash/cheques, and deposit into regional bank accounts.
- Ensure collections and payments follow ATI’s financial procedures using pre-numbered vouchers.
- Process payment sheets and effect payments upon proper authorization and documentation.
- Record daily transactions and perform account reconciliations.
- Maintain custody of financial documents, petty cash funds, and supporting files.
- Prepare VAT and WHT reports and issue receipts for government withheld taxes.
- Monitor office expenses, including utilities, rents, and service payments.
- Upload scanned financial documents into Agresso Finance for each registered voucher.
- Prepare weekly cash positions and maintain updated cash books.
- Support the Senior Finance Officer in daily finance operations and ensure compliance with ATI policies.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Education: BA degree in Accounting from a recognized university/college.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years in finance roles such as Junior Finance Officer, Accountant, or Cashier.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Knowledge of accounting software (QuickBooks, Peachtree, etc.) is an advantage.
- Language Skills: Strong command of written and spoken English and Amharic.
- Core Competencies: Cash management, reconciliation, attention to detail, and adherence to financial procedures.
Duty Station
- Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following via:
- A cover letter (clearly stating the position in the subject line).
- An updated CV (maximum 5 pages).
Important Notes:
- Do not attach scanned certificates.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Women applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
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