About the job
An exciting vacant position has arisen at East Africa Bottling Share Company – Ethiopia for the role of Financial Accountant. East Africa Bottling Share Company (EABSC) works with the world’s most cherished trademark; invests in the most sophisticated production system in the world and employs people who are prepared to work with passion and focus. The position is structured to report to the Country Lead: Financial Control.
Key Purpose Statement
To ensure accurate financial reporting, effective governance, and strong financial control by managing accounting operations, asset and capital processes, taxation compliance, and internal controls while partnering with stakeholders to support business performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Prepare, review, and submit monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
- Drive accuracy and integrity of the balance sheet and general ledger.
- Manage completion of financial close, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Support annual audit processes and liaise with external/internal auditors.
Asset and Capital Management
- Maintain fixed asset registers and ensure compliance with asset governance policies.
- Oversee capital expenditure processes including forecasting, tracking, and reconciliations.
- Support the capital investment process, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
Taxation and Compliance
- Support tax planning and ensure compliance with local tax laws and CCBA group policies.
- Review tax computations and returns in collaboration with Local and group Tax.
- Ensure import/export compliance with relevant legislation.
Governance and Controls
- Implement and monitor internal controls aligned to SOX and IFC requirements.
- Ensure compliance with CCBA Treasury, accounting, and audit standards.
- Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management
- Partner with market finance and operations teams to deliver financial insights.
- Engage with CCBA HQ Finance (Tax, IFRS, Treasury, Governance) on technical matters.
- Manage relationships with outsourced financial service providers.
People & Performance Management
- Support a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.
Education:
- BA Degree in Accounting and Finance
Experience:
- 5 years’ financial accounting experience
- 5 years’ financial management experience in a corporate or FMCG environment
- ERP proficiency essential
- MBA or Postgraduate Business Qualification advantageous
- CA(SA) or equivalent professional accounting qualification
- HDip in Taxation advantageous
Skills:
- Analyze cash flows and financial data to ensure accurate forecasting and liquidity management.
- Maintain accuracy in daily cash management, reconciliations, and treasury transactions.
- Clearly communicate financial information and updates to stakeholders and collaborate effectively with internal teams.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with treasury operations, including currency and interest rate fluctuations.
- Ensure adherence to regulations, internal controls, and company policies related to treasury activities.