Kerchanshe Trading Company, Ethiopia’s largest producer and exporter of coffee, is inviting qualified and competent applicants to join their team in Addis Ababa. The company prides itself on fair trading, excellent customer service, and a significant impact on the livelihoods of coffee growers across Ethiopia.
They are currently seeking experienced professionals for several key finance and accounting positions.
Available Positions:
1. Accountant
- Qualifications: B.A. Degree from a recognized university in Accounting and Finance, or other related educational fields/disciplines.
- Experience: 3 years of work experience.
- Skills: Good understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations, and legislation related to Import and Export Trading, Manufacturing, and company project tasks. Basic knowledge of best practices in accounting, financial regulations, and other accounting software. Advanced finance and accounting knowledge, including experience with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Location: Addis Ababa
2. Senior Cost Accountant
- Job Purpose: To estimate production costs, track regular expenses (related to new processes or products), and recommend changes to pricing and business models by tracking data like changing labor and supply costs and conducting market research.
- Qualification and Experience:
- BSc/BA Degree in Accounting, Accounting and Finance, Management, Business Administration, or related fields with 5 years of experience.
- MSc/MA Degree in Accounting, Accounting and Finance, Management, Business Administration, or related fields with 3 years of experience.
- Skills: Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and procedures. Verbal and written communication skills. Computer literacy (proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel). Time management skills. Familiarity with Peachtree accounting.
- Location: Addis Ababa
3. Senior Payment Accountant
- Job Purpose: To support the timely disbursement of payables and obligations (e.g., creditors’ accounts and taxes) by receiving and checking the accuracy and approval of relevant documents.
- Qualification and Experience:
- BA Degree in Accounting, Accounting and Finance, Management, Business Management, or related fields with 5 years of experience.
- MA Degree in Accounting, Accounting and Finance, Management, Business Management, or related fields with 3 years of experience.
- Skills: Familiarity with tax law and regulations. Time management skills. Good communication and presentation skills. Well-organized and able to act professionally and ethically. Detail analytical and interpretation skills of financial data. Competency in computer applications, email, and Microsoft Office. Knowledge of accounting software/Peachtree accounting software.
- Location: Addis Ababa
4. Cost, Inventory and Fixed Asset Manager
- Job Purpose: To improve the controlling and management of costs, inventory, and fixed assets, and enhance operational decision-making by preparing insightful, timely, accurate, and relevant reports.
- Qualification and Experience:
- BSc or MA in Accounting, Accounting and Finance, Management, Business Administration, or related fields.
- Minimum of 10 years of solid experience exclusively in cost control and inventory management.
- Proven ability to develop and monitor cost control systems, analyze cost variances, and manage inventory efficiently.
- Skills: Advanced computer skills in MS Office, accounting software, and databases. High attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Sound understanding of accounting principles. Solid cost systems background. Supervisory and leadership skills.
- Location: Addis Ababa
How To Apply:
Applicants who fulfill the above-mentioned criteria should submit a detailed curriculum vitae along with supporting documents/credentials, accompanied by a cover letter, to hr@kerchanshe.com.
Important Application Instructions:
- Subject Line: Please ensure you clearly state the position you are applying for (e.g., “Accountant,” “Senior Cost Accountant,” “Senior Payment Accountant,” or “Cost, Inventory and Fixed Asset Manager”) in the email subject line, and mention the date (e.g., “Accountant – July 05, 2025”).
- Deadline: Submissions must be made within seven working days from July 04, 2025, up to July 11, 2025.
- Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.