Accountant / HR & Administrative Officer

About the role

The company is seeking a versatile professional to manage accounting, payroll, human resources, and administrative functions in Djibouti. This role ensures compliance with local labour and financial regulations while supporting day‑to‑day operations.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and process daily accounting transactions.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, bank reconciliations, cash‑flow statements and budgets.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, petty cash and payroll processing.
• Ensure timely remittance of taxes and statutory obligations.
• Support internal and external audits and enforce financial controls.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, employee documentation and off‑boarding.
• Maintain employee records, attendance, leave and HR files.
• Assist with performance management, training and HR policy implementation.
• Oversee office administration, procurement, asset management and supplies.
• Arrange travel, logistics and office facilities.
• Prepare combined HR and financial reports for management and headquarters.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum three years of experience handling accounting, HR and administrative duties.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA or HR qualifications are a plus.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and attention to detail.

Required skills

• Strong accounting, payroll and financial reporting capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using accounting software and HRIS systems.
• Knowledge of Djibouti labour laws and statutory compliance.