Company Description Gourmet Egypt is a premium food retailer that has been serving passionate food enthusiasts since 2006. The company has evolved from supplying select imported ingredients to five-star hotels into operating flagship stores and production facilities that create its “Handcrafted by Gourmet” product range. These products combine the finest local and imported ingredients and are developed by in-house culinary experts and renowned visiting chefs. Gourmet Egypt also offers a state-of-the-art e-commerce platform, including a webstore, mobile app, and shopable recipes, to best serve customers. The company’s culture centers on community, treating customers like family, and empowering team members who are skilled, passionate about food, and committed to exceptional service. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Retail Accountant role based in Cairo, focused on supermarket operations and collaboration with external accounting firms. The Retail Accountant will handle daily financial recording for store operations, including sales reconciliation, cash and bank transactions, inventory costing, and expense tracking. The role involves preparing and reviewing accounting entries, supporting monthly and annual closing activities, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and local regulations. The Retail Accountant will coordinate with store management and external accounting partners to resolve discrepancies, support audits, and provide accurate financial reports and analysis for decision-making. The individual will also contribute to process improvement in retail financial workflows and support budgeting and forecasting for supermarket operations. Qualifications Strong retail and supermarket accounting skills, including sales reconciliation, inventory accounting, cost of goods sold, and store-level P&L analysis. Experience working with or within accounting firms, including audit support, financial statement preparation, and compliance with accounting standards. Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems, as well as strong Excel skills for reporting, data analysis, and financial modeling. Solid understanding of local tax regulations, internal controls, and financial policies relevant to retail operations. Excellent attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies quickly. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with store teams, finance colleagues, and external partners. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA) are an advantage. Previous experience in supermarket, FMCG, or retail environments is highly beneficial, along with an interest in food and customer-centric service.