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Senior Accountant

Kadisco Paint and Adhesive Industry S.C

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Finance

Accounting

Addis Ababa

7 years

1 Position

2025-03-22

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2025-04-22

Required Skills

use accounting systems

identify accounting errors

check accounting records

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Fields of study

Accounting

Full Time

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Job Description

Kadisco Paint and Adhesive Industry S.C. previously known as Kadisco Chemical Industry PLC is a privately owned company located in Addis Ababa in the Akaki Kality Industrial Zone area. Kadisco is a company that traces its origins back from a small automotive parts dealership that was operating in one of the busy streets of Addis Ababa back in late 60’s. During the period until 1975 it had the opportunity to act as the sole distributor for Sadoline Paints. In 1979 it was registered as the sole company to manufacture adhesives and glue. By stages, the company developed into a diversified paint manufacturer.

In February 2015, Asian Paints Ltd and Kadisco Paint and Adhesive Industry SC formed a joint venture for business in Ethiopia and came to be known as Kadisco Asian paints. Asian Paints is India’s leading paint company and Asia’s second largest, with a group turnover of USD 2.7 billion. The group has an enviable reputation in the corporate world for professionalism, fast track growth, and building shareholder equity. Asian Paints operates in 19 countries and has 26 paint manufacturing facilities in the world servicing consumers in over 65 countries. 

Today the company produces a full range of paints for the construction, industrial and automotive sectors. It also produces wood and concrete lacquers as well as adhesives for the wood and 

Job Summary:

  • The Senior Accountant is a mid-level finance professional responsible for overseeing and performing complex accounting tasks, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and providing financial analysis and reporting to support informed decision-making. 

  • They are expected to have a strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and industry’s best practices. 

  • They may also be responsible for mentoring junior accountants and potentially managing a team. 

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting:

  • Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. 

  • Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable. 

  • Prepare and analyze financial reports for management and other stakeholders. 

Accounting Operations:

  • Process and verify financial transactions, including invoices, expense reimbursements, and bank statements. 

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records. 

  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and relevant regulations. 

  • Assist with audit preparations and internal control evaluations. 

Financial Analysis:

  • Perform financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and potential issues. 

  • Develop recommendations for improving financial performance and efficiency. 

  • Assist with budgeting and forecasting. 

Team Leadership and Mentoring:

  • Supervise and mentor junior accountants, providing guidance and support. 

  • May be responsible for assigning tasks and managing workloads. 

Other Duties:

  • Assist with tax preparation and compliance. 

  • Participate in department projects and initiatives. 

  • Stay up to date with changes in accounting standards and regulations. 

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia                                                                                                                                

Reporting to: Deputy Finance Manager or Finance Coordinator 

Job Requirements

Qualification and Experience Requirements     

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from a recognized University; additional education or certification in finance administration is a plus.

  • More than 7  years of experience in accounting, preferably in a public accounting firm or corporate accounting department

  • Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

  • Detail-oriented and organized

  • Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities

How to Apply

Application Procedure

Review of applications will begin as soon as they are received and only complete applications will be considered. In the event that an outstanding applicant is identified early in the search process, we reserve the right to appoint them before the deadline. For this reason, we encourage interested candidates to apply at the earliest possible time. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.

\Application Instructions

Candidates are requested to submit their updated resume and cover letter to open.vacancy@kadiscopaint.com. Please mention the job title “Application – Senior  Accountant” in the subject line of the email.

Fields Of Study

Accounting

Skills Required

use accounting systems

identify accounting errors

check accounting records

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