Meron Legese
@meronlegese
Experienced accountant with a strong background in finance and administration.
EthiopiaWhat I'm looking for
I am Meron Legese, a dedicated accounting professional with over 9 years of experience in finance and administration. My expertise encompasses a wide range of financial tasks, including invoice processing, bank reconciliation, and financial reporting. I pride myself on my meticulous attention to detail and my ability to work efficiently under pressure, ensuring that all financial documentation is accurate and compliant with organizational policies.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed various financial responsibilities, such as preparing operational budgets, processing travel advances, and maintaining accurate records of payments. My proficiency in industry-standard software, including Agresso, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Suite, allows me to streamline financial processes and enhance productivity. I am committed to continuous learning and professional development, currently pursuing my ACCA qualification to further enhance my skills and contribute to my employer's growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Accountant
International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE
Aug 2022 - May 2025 (2 years 9 months)
Verified supplier invoices for accuracy and matched them to the receipt of services and goods. Ensured all payment vouchers had the correct account and budget codes. Supported the preparation of operational budgets and cash forecasts for field offices.
Finance and Administrative Assistant
International Center for Research In Agroforestry (World Agr
Dec 2018 - Aug 2022 (3 years 8 months)
Prepared travel advances for staff and processed travel advance payments and settlements. Recorded cash receipts for advance liquidation and disbursed cash to staff and partners. Maintained soft and hard copies of financial documents and uploaded scanned finance documents for sharing.
Finance Clerk
International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)
Nov 2016 - Dec 2018 (2 years 1 month)
Cleared long-outstanding VAT refund claims and maintained a proper financial document filing and retrieval system. Delivered and collected cheques and bank letters to and from signatory offices. Assisted with the collection of invoices and payment documents from the mail room.
Intern
Deneb PLC
Oct 2016 - Nov 2016 (1 month)
Prepared checks and posted journals. Assisted with closing the books of the PLC. Reviewed sales receipts for completeness and recorded sales and cash in the Peachtree system.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Unity University
MA, Business Administration
2021 - 2023
Obtained a Master of Arts degree in Business Administration. Focused studies within the Faculty of Business, Economics & Social Science.
Unity University
BA, Accounting and Finance
2013 - 2016
Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting and Finance. Studied relevant subjects within the Faculty of Business and Economics.
Magic carpet High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
2009 - 2012
Received a High School Diploma. Completed secondary education.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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