Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Full Accounting Cycle

• Manage daily financial entries (AP, AR, GL).
• Prepare monthly closing entries and maintain journals & ledgers.
• Perform bank reconciliations and track transfers, fees, FX differences.
• Prepare Trial Balance and support monthly/annual financial statements.

2. Procurement, Vendor & Import Accounting

• Record supplier invoices, GRNs, logistics fees, customs duties, and all landed cost components.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and maintain aging reports.
• Track import payments, partial deliveries, and outstanding supplier balances.
• Coordinate with procurement/operations for documentation accuracy.

3. Project, Job-Order & Costing Accounting

• Allocate and track all project costs (materials, labor, transport, subcontractors).
• Prepare and maintain project/job costing sheets.
• Perform cost variance analysis and monitor project profitability.
• Support engineers & operations with budget vs actual comparisons.

4. Customer Billing & Receivables

• Issue ETA-compliant e-invoices for material supply, services, and project milestones.
• Process credit notes, debit notes, variation orders, and adjustments.
• Track customer collections, reconcile accounts, and prepare aging reports.
• Coordinate with sales & operations on project billing plans.

5. Taxes, Compliance & ETA Portal

• Prepare VAT returns and reconciliation schedules.
• Apply and calculate Withholding Tax (WHT) rules.
• Upload invoices, credit notes, and corrections on the ETA e-invoicing system.
• Maintain compliance with Egyptian tax law and supporting audit documentation.
• Collaborate with auditors and tax consultants.

6. Trade Finance: Letters of Credit (LC) & Letters of Guarantee (LG)

• Prepare and submit financial documentation for LC issuance, amendments, and settlements.
• Handle LG applications (bid bond, performance bond, advance payment, retention).
• Track facility limits, renewals, commissions, and bank exposures.
• Ensure LC/LG documentation matches contract and supplier requirements.

7. Import / Export Accounting

• Review and reconcile shipping documents (Invoice, Packing List, COO, BL/AWB, Form 4, etc.).
• Calculate landed cost per shipment and allocate costs correctly to inventory or projects.
• Record customs, clearance, freight, and logistics expenses.
• Monitor foreign currency transfers and bank charges.
• Prepare export-related revenue entries and reconcile FX collections.

8. Payroll (Review & Booking Only)

• Receive payroll summary from HR (attendance, overtime, deductions).
• Review, validate, and post payroll entries.
• Process salary transfers and record payroll liabilities (tax, insurance).

9. ERP & Internal Financial Controls

• Manage postings, reconciliations, and account mapping in ERPNext (training provided).
• Maintain well-organized documentation for audits and compliance.
• Support improvements in internal controls and financial workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting / Finance.
• 2 4 years experience in general accounting.
• Preferred: Experience in contracting, EPC, project-based, or service companies.
• Strong knowledge of:
• Project/job costing
• VAT, WHT, and ETA e-invoicing
• LC & LG banking processes
• Import/export accounting
• Excellent Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, cost sheets).
• Familiarity with ERP systems (ERPNext is a plus).
• High integrity, accuracy, organization, and ownership mindset.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.

Desired Candidate Profile

PANATIX Analytical Systems is seeking a highly reliable and detail-oriented General Accountant to manage the complete financial cycle of our project-based engineering operations.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience in contracting or service companies, costing, ETA e-invoicing, and import/export financial processes, including LCs, LGs, and trade finance.

This is a critical, high-ownership role within a growing technical company.