Senior Cashier Accountant

Key facts

About the role

Highlights

• JOB PURPOSE
• The Senior Cashier is responsible for managing daily cash and banking transactions, maintaining accurate cash records, and ensuring the proper handling and reconciliation of company funds.
• The role ensures timely processing of receipts and payments, effective cash control, and compliance with the company’s financial policies and procedures.
• JOB SUMMARY
• Position Title: Senior Cashier
• Reports To: Finance Manager
• Duty Station: Addis Ababa Head Office
• Salary and Benefits: Negotiable, commensurate with qualifications and experience
• KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage daily cash receipts, payments, and banking transactions.
• Maintain accurate cash records and ensure proper documentation for all transactions.
• Receive and verify cash, checks, bank transfers, and other payments.
• Prepare and process payment vouchers, receipts, and related financial documents.
• Perform daily cash counts and regular cash and bank reconciliations.
• Monitor cash balances and ensure sufficient funds are available for authorized payments.
• Identify and promptly resolve cash and transaction discrepancies.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly cash and bank reports.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate with the Finance Department, banks, suppliers, and other departments on cash and payment-related matters.
• Safeguard company cash and financial documents and maintain confidentiality.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to cash and bank accounts.

Required qualifications

• QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of relevant experience in cash management, banking, or accounting, preferably within the construction or real estate sector.
• Strong knowledge of cash handling, bank reconciliation, payment processing, and financial documentation.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and internal financial controls.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, integrity, and numerical skills.
• Good communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting/ERP systems.

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