Accountant
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Main purpose of position
Currently we are looking for an accountant in Cairo, Egypt to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Accountant you will be responsible to perform the accounting process up to the trial balance , monthly internal reporting & Analysis . You will also support in audit preparations & fieldwork inquiries . You will also be responsible to provide the Asset Management Dep. with relevant & up to date management information and reply to ad hoc queries.
Main responsibilities
Capture day-to-day transactions for SSO & SPVs on accounting software system
Support the accounting activities and the month-end close, ensuring the appropriate application of accounting standards and company policies, and timely review and posting of journal entries and reconciliations
Assist in loan compliance responsibilities.
Maintain fixed assets register & supplier reconciliations
Control Cash Custody and Expense claims settlement and Coordinate payments and payment process
Support year-end audited financial statements preparation for the Projects assigned
Preparation of well-supported account reconciliations to ensure integrity of account balances
Report exceptions on processes to Chief Accountant and Financial Controller
Prepare VAT return and WHT return & Ensure all taxes are paid and submitted timeously
Qualifications
1-3 years of relevant experience in a multinational Matrix organisation
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Good understating and use of IFRS/Egyptian GAAP including experience in complex accounting issues & application of accounting principles
Proven capabilities supporting accounting activities with multiple ERPs
Fluent in English, spoken and written
You are used to changing environments and to quickly meet new challenges
Personal characteristics
Driven and focused to meet tight deadlines without exception
Organised and methodical
Solution-oriented
Excellent communication skills
Self-reliant , efficient & structured
Flexible & adaptable with a "can-do" attitude
Additional information
Must be able to work in an open plan environment
Must be able to work overtime according to operational needs
We offer
Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference. We are located at Nile City Towers in Cairo Egypt.
It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are
