Chief Accountant

A minimum of a bachelor s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is typically required Languages Effective communication skills in Arabic, English and French Computer Knowledge Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) along with various accounting software Competencies and skills Mastery of accounting principles, financial regulations, and standards Strong ability to lead and develop the accounting team Aligns accounting practices with organizational goals and contributes to financial strategy Skillful in addressing financial issues and implementing solutions Ensures accuracy in financial reporting and identifies discrepancies Maintains high standards of integrity and ethical behavior Effective in managing multiple functions and meeting deadlines Proficient in using ERP systems and integrating financial data across platforms Expertise in financial analysis and data interpretation Advanced knowledge of accounting software and spreadsheet tools Duties & responsibilities Check and audit purchase invoices Analyze and calculate item costs Review salaries and prepare bank transfers Communicate with the external auditor for the salary, NSFF, and tax preparation Supervise day-to-day finance and accounts operation Ensure appropriate financial control in compliance with local legislations Report any abnormality in the disbursement of the funds to the management Maintain accurate and up to date records of all financial transactions Keep a thorough record of checks prepared and distributed Regular update on the supplier s business model (FOB, internal & official price, Discount %) Review and edit accounts with the external auditor Prepare foreign supplier s reconciliation Conduct monthly physical inventory count Use various software applications to assemble or format data for accounting and reporting purposes Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and budget execution reports Follow up year-end closing and quarters closing Provide information on the conditions and exchange rates for buying and selling foreign currencies Manage and monitor the activities of the accounting department and its performance Review all internal processes, systems and policies and make recommendations to ensure the risk to the business is minimized Cooperate with the external auditor to carry out annual external auditing Perform administrative tasks such as filing, typing up reports, and maintaining mail correspondence Performs other related duties as assigned

Desired Candidate Profile

Education A minimum of a bachelor s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is typically required Languages Effective communication skills in Arabic, English and French Computer Knowledge Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) along with various accounting software