Firehun Necha

US

ac24cc@r.postjobfree.com - 202-***-****

References:

1.Ms Aileen Bonner, CADG, Regional Proposal Manager, East Africa, Nairobi, Kenya

Contact information: ac24cc@r.postjobfree.com, mobile +254-***-***-*** 2. Mr. Jeff Radan, Chief of Party,CDP, Afghanistan Email: ac24cc@r.postjobfree.com 3. Mr. Belete Assefa(ACCA), Regional Accountant, Concern World Wide, East Africa,E-mail: ac24cc@r.postjobfree.com Mobile:+251-***-***-***

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

WORK EXPERIENCE

Senior Finance Officer/Senior Logistics Coordinator CADG International - Afghanistan,Kenya,Mali - 2011-07 - 2016-11 Accountabilities in Finance:

Ensured compliance of finance transactions in accordance with CADG internal policies and procedures. Administered the day-to-day financial requirements like project expenses, operational expenses, office expenses, payroll and etc

Prepared cash payment & cash receipt vouchers.

Established systems on finance and Logistics for Sites and Satellite camps Prepared cash book, Cash Position, accounts receivable, accounts Payable, aging analysis reports on daily bases. Trained & built capacity of Finance Officers. Monitored timely liquidation of advances. Prepared fuel, food, Vehicle, Payroll reports on a monthly basis. Prepared bank payment vouchers (including issuance of checks/bank letters), bank deposit vouchers, bank reconciliation & cash requests from Singapore Head Office. Updated the Master Payable list when the provision of goods/services complete & invoices, Receiving Reports/Manifests, timesheets and other supporting documents complete. Liaised with Singapore Office for wire transfers to Suppliers when goods/ services delivered, documents complete and mature for payment as per term of payment (COD/Net 30). Ensured safekeeping of cash & checks. Kept record of suppliers, Employee contracts, Lease agreements and Heavy Equipment contracts. Liaised with Money traders and Local Banks on currency conversion, fund transfers to other sites and suppliers account. Post Financial data to QuickBooks Online. Uploaded financial records to one drive on the Cloud. Train & update staffs on CADG policies & procedures. Villa Administration and staff welfare allowance facilitation.

Accountabilities in Logistics:

Reported progress daily to senior and associated staff ;Trained, mentored, and supervised subordinate staff in the performance of their duties; Procured goods, components and parts according to plans and established purchasing policies and procedures; Liaised and coordinated with suppliers and sub-contractors on delivery and payment terms ;Worked with suppliers to negotiate and achieve best pricing for goods and deliveries; Kept an updated database of suppliers and price list in the region; Accounted for and tracked all expenses, deliveries, and commitments via CADG Logistics/Finance policies ; was responsible for inventory control and receiving of all incoming goods and materials ; Performed administrative duties as assigned; Assisted with the tracking of inventory and with the updating of the inventory list; Maintained updated listing of Fixed Assets that the Company owns on site.

Admin & Finance Assistant III

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR MIGRATION (UN) - Shire,Ethiopia - 2009-10 - 2011-07 Responsible for the finance & administration of the sub office. Established payment and receipt vouchers.

Checked invoices & ascertained that equipment, supplies or services they refer to were duly received or provided; prepared monthly/annual financial statements; reviewed travel authorizations and advise on allowances for staff members leaving on duty travel(local and international); attendance record and control; monitored maintenance of office, supplies, utilities and their invoicing. Monitored stock of office supplies, equipment, and office machines. Checked and prepared inventory report; developed & maintained proper filing system for all financial and administration documents and correspondents; verified mileage log and gasoline consumption for office Vehicles.

Coordinated annual vehicle inspection and issue the yearly vehicle status report to head office; Responsible for coordination of drivers and assignment of vehicles for required operations; Verified purchase request authorization, vendor sourcing and selection, ordering, inspection/evaluation and receipt; ensured local procurement procedures are in place and followed in accordance with the IOM's procurement policy and other related regulations and procedures; Planed logistical tasks and activities, including assignment and scheduling of the provision of materials, equipment and other services; any other duty within my capabilities as assigned by the head of sub office.

Regional Operations Manager

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) Hawassa - 2008-09 - 2009-10 Plan, direct & manage the MSH Procurement activities, HR, property administration, fleet management, regional office accounts & finance &other program support activities, which are essential in maintaining the smooth running of operations.

Accomplishments: -

1. Ensured Standard Operating Procedures and Policies are understood by respective staffs. 2.Provided Support, training and advice to MSH Staffs as required 3.Managed the implementation of sound procurement practices to minimize cost and to adhere with MSH Policies and procedures

4.Prepared bid analysis for quality, Quantity, price, delivery time etc.. 5. Maintained Continuous dialogue with the requesting parties and finance staff to foster smooth communication and efficient procurement

6. Maintained a closer relation with Field Office through email or phone communication and provided information on priorities, specifications and deliveries 7. Maintained an up to date Vendor list of classified suppliers (Stationery Shops, hardware, tools, furniture, equipment, etc ) and make it valid on request.

8.Prepared annual and/ or Semi-annual procurement Plan in connection with concerned staff. 9.Ensured Office Equipment/Furniture and Systems are properly maintained 10.Took lead in matters related to Office property including Security Systems and Insurance 11.Ensured that Contractual commitments (for rental vehicles and /or premises) are expressed in forms appropriate for the circumstances of the programme. 12. Implemented sourcing strategies to support corporate and divisional objectives, providing the company competitive advantages in the areas of materials, supplies and services 13.Ensured maximum availability and implementation of control and monitoring mechanisms for all logistic assets.

14.Developed mechanisms to ensure that operations of the MSH are implemented in cost effective manner. 15.Responsible for overseeing and monitoring asset management, annual inventory, update asset list, and report to concerned parties

16. Overseen the Finance & administration activities of the regional Office. 17.Completed all performance management activities including: Performance planning, monitoring and annual performance appraisals.

18. Scheduled over all activity of the project in Collaboration with Management and program staffs 19.Supervised, Finance and Admin Officer, Security guards, cleaners, and drivers Accountant

Pact International Ethiopia - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - 2008-05 - 2008-08 Responsible for grant accounts management, which includes monitoring & auditing of sub Grantees' books of account, clearing sub grantees advances & issuing new advances, monitoring the budget of sub grantees

& prepare report.

Project Accountant

ORBIS International - Arbaminch,Ethiopia - 2007-02 - 2008-04 Responsible for overall accounts of the project office. Duties included disbursement control, budget preparation, financial report preparation, procurement management, payroll, follow-up of lease agreement and lease payments, prepare and request the country office monthly fund, assist the country office finance team during monthly financial report preparation and project advance settlements (other projects), follow-up advance settlement and issue new advances for staffs, handle payments during workshops, campaigns& trainings, assist program staffs during anti-Trachoma (Zithromax distribution) campaigns, monitor and keep record of log sheets for the project and rental vehicles, supervise dry latrine constructions together with sanitarians, perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor and finance manager. Accountant

Save the Children USA Federation - Woliso,Ethiopia - 2006-07 - 2007-02 Responsible for overall accounts of the impact area. Duties included disbursement control, post data to Sunlit, payroll, supervise the cashier, settle work & travel advances, issue new advances after ensuring no outstanding advance, conduct surprise cash count, prepare scheme report, prepare monthly fund request, perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor.

Senior Accountant

World Vision International Omo Sheleko & Shone Area Development Programmes (ADP) - 2003-03 - 2006-06

Ethiopia

Over all responsibilities: -

Kept records, properties & revenue of the Area Development Program; Controlled all transaction of the Area Development in accordance with World Vision International Finance, HR & Procurement manuals; Stock management; Assisted program staffs during budget preparation; Supervised subordinates; Prepared monthly, quarterly & semi-annual & annual financial reports for internal

& external (Government, Disaster Preparedness & Prevention Agency) users; treasury management ( Fund Transfer, Check, Bank reconciliation);Assist during internal and external auditing. performed other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor. Graduate Assistant

Sheba Info-Tech & Business College - Mekelle,Ethiopia - 2002-09 - 2003-03 Duties included give lecture, conduct examinations, submit grade reports to the registrar on time, arrange makeup classes, and perform other duties as assigned by the college Dean. EDUCATION

B.A in Accounting

Jimma University

1998 - 2002

Atse Yohannes Comp.Sec School

1995 - 1998

SKILLS

Excel,Word,Outlook,QuickBooks,SunSystems,Vision XL,MIP,SAP PRISM, MS SQL DATABASE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Solid experience in Finance, Accountancy, Administration, Logistics, HR & Staff Capacity building at local and international level

• Capable of performing works under pressure without compromising quality and meeting deadlines.

•Can work independently, quick learner, trustworthy, result oriented

•Have savvy in Accounting software like QuickBooks, SunSystems, MIP,SAP PRISM, Vision XL, Asset Panda

•Experience in supervising subordinates like Finance Officers, Logisticians, Assistant Accountant, Cashier, Cleaner, Driver, Finance & Admin Assistant, Security Guards, Kitchen Staff & Storekeeper.

•International Work Experience including in hostile environment.

•Experience in managing various donor projects like Child Sponsorship, USAID, OFDA, JEOP, Irish Aid, Cash

Relief, PEPFAR,TFC(Taiwan),WatSan (Donated by UNICEF to World Vision),NIKE,OAK Foundation, MICAH- Canada, & United States Resettlement Program (USRP). Additional Skills:

I've basic knowledge in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Ms PowerPoint & MS SQL Database

I can operate scanner, Multi Currency Counter, Cash register, VHF Radios, Sat phones, fax machine, printer, Xerox machine, laminating machine, ID Printers, Labeling Machine & binding machine.

I can drive a car & ride a motorbike.

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