About Tefera

20+ Years of Expertise.
One Trusted Advisor.

From independent practice to published authority, Tefera Adefris has helped 30–50 Ethiopian businesses navigate finance, tax, and growth with confidence.

Financial statements being reviewed at an accountant's desk
About Tefera

Experienced guidance for
real business decisions.

With over 20 years of professional experience, Tefera Adefris delivers precise, actionable financial guidance to businesses across Ethiopia.

As an Authorized Accountant, Business and TAX consultant and published author on Ethiopian tax law, Tefera brings deep expertise in IFRS compliance, tax planning, and strategic business consulting.

  • Authorized Accountant, Ethiopian Ministry of Finance
  • IFRS Certified Practitioner
  • Member, Ethiopian Professional Accountants Association
  • Published Author of Tax Law in Ethiopia (3rd Ed.)
Career Milestones

20+ Years.
Five Defining Moments.

01
Beginning
2008

Started Professional Practice

Established independent accounting practice in Addis Ababa, focused on small and medium enterprises.

02
Credential
2012

IFRS Certification

Earned IFRS Certified Practitioner credential, becoming an early Ethiopian adopter of international standards.

03
Publication
2016

Published First Edition

Authored the first edition of "Tax Law in Ethiopia", now a reference in the profession.

04
Recognition
2019

Authorized Accountant Status

Formally recognized as Authorized Accountant by the Ethiopian Ministry of Finance.

05
Latest
2024

Third Edition Published

Released the latest third edition reflecting current tax reforms and regulatory updates.

Today

Still Counting.

30–50 businesses served. Hundreds of tax filings. One commitment to excellence sustained through more than 20 years of professional experience.

Continuing growth, every year
Tax Law in Ethiopia, Third Edition
Published Author

Tax Law in Ethiopia
Third Edition.

Tefera is the lead author of የታክስ ሕግ ጭብጦች በኢትዮጵያ, one of the most referenced books on Ethiopian tax law, now in its third edition.

Co-authored with Getachew Girma, the book covers personal income tax, corporate tax, VAT, withholding, customs and recent reforms. Written for practitioners, lawyers, and business owners alike.

Authors
Tefera Adefris & Getachew Girma
Why Choose Tefera?

The Difference Is
in the Details.

Every engagement is handled with rigor, transparency, and a deep understanding of the Ethiopian business landscape.

20+
Years Active
30–50
Clients
3rd
Book Edition

Regulatory Expertise

Deep, up-to-date knowledge of Ethiopian tax law, ERCA regulations, and IFRS standards keeps your business fully protected and compliant.

Reliable & Timely

Deadlines matter in finance. Reports, filings, and advice are planned around clear responsibilities and agreed timelines.

Client-First Approach

Each engagement is bespoke. Solutions are built around your unique business situation, not recycled from a template.

Measurable Results

Advice is tied to practical outcomes: clearer reporting, stronger controls, better cash-flow decisions, and dependable compliance.

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Bring clarity to your
next financial decision.

Book a free initial consultation and discover how Tefera Adefris can bring clarity, compliance, and lasting growth to your business.