REPI SOAP & DETERGENT PLC, previously known as REPI Soap Factory, was founded in 1974 under the name Bianil Ethiopia Share Company by foreign investors from Switzerland and Greece. The objective was to manufacture and distribute powdered detergent to the East African market, which was predominantly occupied by the Unilever brand OMO.
Less than a year after its inception, the company came under the ownership of the Ethiopian government and was managed directly by the National Chemical Corporation. In 1992, it was re-established as a public enterprise by the Council of Ministers and received a recapitalization of Birr 1,525,000.00.
Position: Junior Accountant
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Accounting & Finance, or related field.
- 1–2 years of relevant work experience.
- Basic understanding of Ethiopian tax laws and accounting procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- Good communication and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities
- Record daily financial transactions accurately in the accounting system.
- Prepare payment vouchers, journal entries, and petty cash reports.
- Assist in bank reconciliation and account reconciliation activities.
- Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial records.
- Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Follow up on receivables and payables when required.
- Assist in payroll preparation and employee reimbursements.
- Support tax-related activities including VAT, withholding tax, pension, and other statutory requirements in Ethiopia.
- Verify invoices, receipts, and supporting documents before payment processing.
- Assist during internal and external audits.
- Monitor fixed assets and inventory records if assigned.
- Ensure compliance with company financial procedures and Ethiopian financial regulations.
- Perform other finance-related duties assigned by the supervisor.
Location: Addis Ababa
Deadline: June 7, 2026
How To Apply
Interested and qualified applicants can apply through Email – hana.seyum@et.wilmar-intl.com/bethlehem.gobena@et.wilmar-intl.com