Senior Accountant
Job Description
Senior Accountant – General Ledger
Job Description
Assist the line manager in supervising the general ledger and month end closing ensuring that it complies with all applicable accounting standards. Provide support in statutory audit coordination, technical IFRS accounting, Chart of Accounts, and Oracle implementation.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the month end closing financial activity of the EC&FZ cluster, analyze financial results and liaise with finance colleagues with execution for accuracy and completeness.
- Provide the necessary support in the general ledger process, including recording, processing, and reporting of financial transactions.
- Handle chart of accounts for EC&FZ related change/addition approvals.
- Assist with EC&FZ Oracle technical matters; New implementation/amendments.
- Contribute to reviewing impact of changes in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to the financial results of the cluster and reviewing compliance with that in accounting practices.
- Track, maintain and keep the general ledger accurate and up to date while complying with all applicable accounting standards.
- Prepare financial statements to management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or any relevant. Master’s degree is a plus.
- Chartered accountancy or suitable accounting qualification is essential (CPA or CFA)
- A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in a similar role
- Excellent English. Arabic is an added advantage
- Experience with:
- Financial modeling software
- Budgeting and forecasting processes
- Developing and delivering financial reports and presentations
- Managing a team of accountants
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other financial software
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
