Senior Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our dynamic business consulting services firm. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in general accounting, payroll processing, accounts receivable, accruals, tax compliance, and financial reporting.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supporting month-end and year-end closing activities, managing payroll processes, following up on receivables, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting and tax regulations.

The role requires strong English communication skills, advanced Excel knowledge with excellent command of formulas and data analysis, and the ability to work effectively with clients and internal teams in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
  
• Handle Accounts Receivable (AR) activities, including invoicing, payment follow-up, customer account reconciliation, and monitoring outstanding balances.
  
• Process and review monthly payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable labor and tax regulations.
  
• Prepare and record accruals for revenues and expenses and ensure proper month-end adjustments.
  
• Perform monthly closing activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, expense recording, and reviewing account balances.
  
• Prepare and review the Trial Balance and assist in identifying and resolving discrepancies.
  
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
  
• Issue invoices and coordinate with clients and internal teams regarding billing, collections, and payment discrepancies.
  
• Support tax and social insurance activities and ensure accurate and timely submission of required documents and payments.
  
• Assist in managing electronic invoicing processes and ensure invoices comply with applicable legal requirements.
  
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.
  
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing the required financial schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents.
  
• Review financial data using Excel, including advanced formulas, reconciliations, data analysis, and reporting.
  
• Identify discrepancies, investigate accounting issues, and recommend practical solutions.
  
• Work closely with clients and internal departments to resolve accounting, payroll, invoicing, and financial-related issues.
  
• Support continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls, and reporting procedures.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  
• 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
  
• Experience in consulting business, professional services, outsourcing, or a similar service-based environment is highly preferred, with at least 2 years in a consulting/professional services company preferred.
  
• Hands-on experience with payroll processing is required.
  
• Solid knowledge of general accounting, accounts receivable, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  
• Good understanding of Egyptian tax and social insurance requirements.
  
• Experience with electronic invoicing is preferred.
  
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with excellent knowledge of formulas, functions, lookups, PivotTables, and data analysis.
  
• Good to very good English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate professionally with clients and internal stakeholders.
  
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems such as Zoho Books, QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced working environment.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification is a plus.