General ledger Chief Accountant

Confidential - Egypt - Cairo

Key Responsibilities:

General Ledger Management:

  • Oversee the maintenance and reconciliation of the general ledger in the Oracle ERP system.
  • Ensure all transactions are accurately recorded in the correct accounts and periods.
  • Review journal entries for accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

Financial Reporting:

  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statements).
  • Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.

Month-End/Year-End Close:

  • Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, including the preparation and posting of necessary adjustments and accruals.
  • Ensure compliance with deadlines and reporting requirements.

Reconciliations:

  • Perform and review reconciliations of key accounts such as cash, intercompany, inventory, and fixed assets.
  • Ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.

Compliance and Audit Support:

  • Ensure adherence to IFRS/GAAP and internal company policies.
  • Support external and internal audits by preparing requested schedules and documentation.

Variance Analysis:

  • Analyze variances between actual and budgeted financial data.
  • Prepare detailed reports for management to explain differences and provide recommendations.

Oracle ERP System Management:

  • Ensure optimal use of Oracle’s accounting modules, including troubleshooting issues and coordinating with IT teams for system updates.
  • Train team members on Oracle functionalities to improve efficiency.

Job Requirements:Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred).5–8 years of accounting experience, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or senior accounting role.Proficiency in Oracle ERP System (especially the Financial and General Ledger modules).Technical Skills:Strong understanding of IFRS/GAAP and accounting principles.Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).Experience in financial statement preparation, budgeting, and variance analysis.Key Competencies:Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.High attention to detail and accuracy.Strong organizational and leadership abilities.Effective communication skills for reporting to management and collaborating across departments.Other Requirements:Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Familiarity with internal control frameworks and best practices.
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