Senior General Ledger (GL) Accountant

Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt
Full Time
Experienced
Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee and manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, amortizations, and adjustments in compliance with accounting standards.
  • Perform detailed GL account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies proactively.
  • Review and edit staff’s GL entries and reconciliations to ensure quality and accuracy.
  • Maintain and ensure the accuracy of the general ledger and related financial statements.
  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, identifying trends, variances, and unusual items.
  • Maintain and monitor the chart of accounts and cost centers.
  • Assist with the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules for management and external audits.
  • Coordinate with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Drive continuous process improvements within the GL function, recommending automation or system enhancements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Tax, treasury, and B&R.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of new accounting policies, procedures, and controls.
  • Support intercompany reconciliations and ensure elimination entries are properly recorded.
Preferred Skills:
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with large ERP systems (SAP preferred).
  • Ability to analyze large sets of data and explain variances.
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and time management skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration abilities.
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 4–6 years of relevant accounting experience, with strong GL exposure.
  • Meets tight deadline requirements.

 
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