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Zelalem Kiros Tesfaye

Zelalem Kiros Tesfaye

Country Finance Manager

Highest degree :

Masters

Field of study :

Project Finance

Location :

Addis Ababa

Citizenships :

Ethiopian

Experience :

14 Year(s)

Countries :

Ethiopia

Gender :

Male

Sectors :

Banking operations, finance

Zelalem Kiros Tesfaye Street 14, Addis Ababa, Phone: +251-911-426-460 Email: zelalem1316@gmail.com Motivational Letter Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express my strong interest in being considered for future finance or administration-related opportunities within your organization. As a results-driven finance professional with over 12 years of progressive experience—including my most recent role as Finance Manager at Kepler—I bring a solid blend of technical skills, leadership, and strategic insight. I hold a Master’s Degree in Project Management, a BA in Accounting, and a BSc in Management Information Systems, which have equipped me with a multidimensional understanding of financial systems, data analysis, and organizational planning. Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to lead financial operations, manage multi-donor budgets, ensure compliance, and enhance internal controls. I am particularly skilled in using tools like QuickBooks and Excel to generate accurate reports, streamline processes, and support data-driven decision-making. What set me apart are not only my technical competency but also my proactive mindset and strong communication skills. Whether collaborating with internal teams or engaging with external stakeholders, I prioritize transparency, clarity, and integrity in financial reporting and administration. I am motivated by purpose-driven work and the opportunity to contribute to an organization that values accountability and innovation. I welcome the chance to bring my experience and enthusiasm to a team where I can continue to grow while making a meaningful impact. Thank you for considering my profile. I am open to further discussions and look forward to the possibility of contributing to your mission. Sincerely, Zelalem Kiros Tesfaye

Experience

Country Finance Manager

Addis ababa

Kepler

July 2021

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Present

KEPLER – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Finance Manager | Jul 2021 – Present • Lead financial planning and budgeting processes for multi-donor funds • Ensure compliance with Ethiopian tax laws and donor reporting standards • Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial reports • Oversee payroll, asset management, and financial audits

Senior Roving Finance Officer

Addis Ababa and Regions

Concern Worldwide

March 2020

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June 2021

Concern Worldwide Senior Roving Finance Officer | Apr 2020 – Jun 2021 • Provided regional support for field finance operations and audits • Supported donor compliance and financial reporting for emergency programs

Finance and Administrative Manager

Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa Private Health Care Association

March 2017

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March 2020

Addis Ababa Private Health Care Association Finance & Administration Manager | Apr 2017 – Mar 2020 • Oversaw all finance, HR, and procurement activities for the organization • Developed financial procedures and prepared audit-ready reports

Senior Finance Officer

Dire Dawa

Oxfam Great Britain

February 2016

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February 2017

Oxfam Great Britain (OGB) Senior Finance Officer | Mar 2016 – Feb 2017 • Managed financial systems for humanitarian response programs • Coordinated monthly reporting, partner liquidations, and budgeting

Finance and Admin Officer

Addis Ababa

International Livestock Research Institute

August 2014

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August 2015

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) Finance & Admin Officer | Sep 2014 – Aug 2015 • Monitored budgets, handled financial reporting, and supported procurement

Procurement Officer

Somali Region Dollo Ado Refugee camp

International Medical Corps

October 2013

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June 2014

International Medical Corps (IMC) Procurement Officer | Oct 2013 – Jun 2014 • Managed procurement processes for health and emergency response operations

Finance Officer

Souther Ethiopia Gurage Zone-Butajira city

German Agro Action (Welthungerhilfe (WHH))

August 2010

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April 2012

German Agro Action (Welthungerhilfe) Finance Officer | Sep 2010 – Apr 2012 • Maintained financial records, managed grant budgets, and supported audits

Education

Project Management

Addis Ababa

Unity University

September 2020

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August 2022

Accounting

Addis Ababa

St. Mary University

September 2008

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August 2010

Management Information System

Addis Ababa

Unity University

April 2004

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August 2007

Awards & Certificates

Fundamental Accounting

Online

Corporate Finance Institute (CFI)

2022

Corporate Finance Fundamentals

Online

Corporate Finance Institute (CFI)

2022

Audit a Financial Model with Macabacus

Online

Corporate Finance Institute (CFI)

2022

QuickBooks Software

Addis Ababa

Hammona Training Institute

2020

IFRS Certificate

Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa University

2018

Peachtree Accounting Software

Addis Ababa

Virtual Engineering Colleges

2008

Languages
Amharic
Speak
Native
Read
Native
Write
Native
English
Speak
Excellent
Read
Excellent
Write
Excellent
Tigrinya
Speak
Very Good
Read
Very Good
Write
Very Good
Experience with financing agencies

International Humanitarian non profit organization