**Job Descriptions for Accounting Team - Boaz Trading PLC**
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### **1. Chief Financial Officer (CFO)**
**Department**: Accounting & Finance
**Reports to**: CEO
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Lead Boaz’s financial strategy to achieve 18% ROI, navigating Ethiopia’s inflationary environment (34% in 2023) and global currency volatility.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Develop forex hedging strategies for ETB/USD/EUR exposures.
- Oversee financial planning, including Cannes Collection margins (60%) and Everyday Line profitability (45%).
- Secure investor funding and manage relationships with Ethiopian Development Bank.
- Mitigate risks from geopolitical instability and supply chain disruptions.
**Qualifications**
- CPA, CFA, or MBA in Finance.
- 10+ years in senior finance roles, preferably in textiles or international trade.
- Proven success in high-inflation economies.
**Skills**
- Advanced forex management (forward contracts, swaps).
- Strategic financial modeling (Excel, Oracle Hyperion).
- Fluency in Amharic and English.
**Benefits**
- Equity participation and performance bonuses.
- Relocation package for international candidates.
- Access to global financial networks.
**Application Instructions**
Submit resume, cover letter, and a forex strategy case study to cfo@boaztrading.com.
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### **2. Cost Accountant**
**Department**: Accounting & Finance
**Reports to**: CFO
**Location**: Hawassa Industrial Park, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Optimize cost structures for Boaz’s dual product lines, ensuring 45% margins on the Everyday Line and 60% on the Cannes Collection.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Track production costs (organic cotton, artisan labor, logistics).
- Analyze variances between budgeted vs. actual expenses.
- Partner with the production team to reduce waste by 15%.
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 5+ years in cost accounting, preferably in manufacturing.
- Knowledge of Ethiopian tax laws and GAAP.
**Skills**
- Proficiency in cost management software (SAP, QuickBooks).
- Data analysis (Power BI, Tableau).
- Attention to detail.
**Benefits**
- Housing allowance near Hawassa Industrial Park.
- Annual training in lean accounting practices.
- Health insurance and wellness programs.
**Application Instructions**
Apply with resume and a cost optimization case study to costaccountant@boaztrading.com.
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### **3. Tax Advisor**
**Department**: Accounting & Finance
**Reports to**: CFO
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Maximize tax efficiencies using Ethiopia’s industrial park incentives and AGOA duty-free benefits for U.S. exports.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Design tax strategies to leverage Ethiopia’s 5-year income tax holiday for manufacturers.
- Ensure compliance with AGOA, EU, and Ethiopian Revenue Authority regulations.
- File VAT returns and manage transfer pricing for international sales.
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Tax Law or Accounting.
- 5+ years in tax advisory roles, preferably in export-driven industries.
- Certification from Ethiopia’s Association of Tax Professionals.
**Skills**
- Expertise in AGOA and COMESA trade protocols.
- Proficiency in tax software (TurboTax, Zoho Tax).
- Multilingual (Amharic, English, French preferred).
**Benefits**
- Performance bonuses tied to tax savings.
- Sponsorship for international tax certifications.
- Flexible hybrid work model.
**Application Instructions**
Email resume and a tax optimization case study to taxadvisor@boaztrading.com.
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### **4. Financial Controller**
**Department**: Accounting & Finance
**Reports to**: CFO
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Oversee financial integrity across all revenue streams (local sales, exports, e-commerce) and ensure compliance with Ethiopian IFRS.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Prepare monthly financial statements and audit reports.
- Manage accounts receivable/payable for Hawassa suppliers and Cannes partners.
- Implement ERP systems (e.g., Odoo) for real-time revenue tracking.
**Qualifications**
- CPA or ACCA certification.
- 7+ years in financial control, preferably in retail or manufacturing.
- Experience with Ethiopian auditing standards.
**Skills**
- ERP system implementation.
- Advanced Excel and financial reporting.
- Risk assessment and internal controls.
**Benefits**
- Annual profit-sharing plan.
- Professional development budget (e.g., ACCA courses).
- Company-sponsored family health coverage.
**Application Instructions**
Submit resume and a sample financial report (redacted) to controller@boaztrading.com.
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### **5. Risk Analyst**
**Department**: Accounting & Finance
**Reports to**: CFO
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Model financial risks stemming from currency crashes, supply chain delays, or political instability to safeguard Boaz’s profitability.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Run Monte Carlo simulations for ETB depreciation scenarios.
- Develop contingency plans for cotton price spikes or Djibouti port delays.
- Collaborate with legal team to assess geopolitical risks in East Africa.
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Statistics.
- 3+ years in risk analysis, preferably in emerging markets.
- Experience with Ethiopian macroeconomic trends.
**Skills**
- Proficiency in risk modeling software (@Risk, Palisade).
- Statistical analysis (Python, R).
- Crisis management and scenario planning.
**Benefits**
- Remote work flexibility during crises.
- Annual attendance at risk management conferences.
- Performance-linked bonuses.
**Application Instructions**
Apply with resume and a risk assessment case study to riskanalyst@boaztrading.com.
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**Why Join Boaz’s Accounting Team?**
- Tackle unique challenges in Africa’s fastest-growing economy.
- Competitive salaries with inflation-adjusted raises.
- Opportunities to innovate in sustainable finance.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
Boaz Trading PLC prioritizes diversity. Candidates from all regions, genders, and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.