Finance and Accounting Associate
About Industry Five
Industry Five is a vertically integrated electronics manufacturing company headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. We specialize in the design, assembly, and quality assurance of advanced electronic devices for enterprise, government, and consumer brand clients operating in East Africa’s most dynamic markets.
Core Capabilities
With in-country manufacturing facilities and ISO-aligned production processes, Industry Five delivers full-spectrum contract manufacturing services—from prototype development to high-volume production—tailored for clients seeking supply chain resilience, local market alignment, and rigorous quality standards. Our end-to-end capabilities include final system integration, firmware loading, functional and environmental testing, and post-sales service infrastructure.
Markets Served
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Enterprise Clients: Robust hardware platforms for telecommunications, banking, and logistics sectors requiring high reliability and secure local servicing.
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Government Agencies: Ruggedized computing solutions and infrastructure-critical devices built to spec, supported with long-term service agreements and in-country parts availability.
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Consumer Brands: Turnkey private-label electronics manufacturing with support for industrial design customization, regulatory compliance, and lifecycle management.
Role & Responsibilities
- Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process in accounting systems
- Verify that transactions are recorded accurately in the general ledger
- Maintain and reconcile petty cash accounts
- Prepare simple financial reports as requested by the General Manager / CEO
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
- Maintain orderly financial filing systems (physical and digital)
- Support processing of accounts payable and receivable
- Assist with preparation of tax filings and regulatory financial submissions
- Liaise with banks and external vendors for payment processing and documentation
- Perform other finance and administrative tasks as assigned by the General Manager / CEO
Skills & Qualifications
Must-Have
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum 2 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or finance administration
- Strong working knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills
- Fluency in both English and Amharic, written and spoken
Preferred
- Experience supporting C-level executives in manufacturing or FMCG environments.
- Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment
- Knowledge of Ethiopian tax laws and compliance requirements
- Additional training or certification in accounting or bookkeeping
Benefits & Culture Highlights
- Competitive local salary and comprehensive medical coverage.
- Collaborative culture that values initiative, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
- Modern office in central Addis.