Accountant

Transport for Cairo is looking for an Accountant to support in managing TfC’s accounting operations. His/Her responsibilities include preparation of financial statements and reports, maintaining the general ledger, assisting with auditing preparation and taxes declaration, and performing other accounting duties as assigned. 

This position requires a solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and a general understanding of the local policies and regulations. It also requires high organization and communication skills, accuracy and attention to details, and problem analysis and problem-solving skills.

This position will be also working closely with the company’s Management and the external auditor and a Consulting and Business Advisory firm.

Responsibilities 

  • Post entries into QuickBook Online (QBO) on daily basis.
  • Prepare the monthly payroll entry in coordination with the Business Operations Specialist.
  • Ensure all entries posted into QBO are in compliance with International Financial reporting standard, GAAP and QuickBooks accounting and reporting manual.
  • Initiate payments into the banking system or writing bank checks, while ensuring segregation of duty for each paid document is strictly observed between posting and payments.
  • Ensure all entries posted into QBO are in compliance with government, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Maintain and reconcile petty cash accounts on a monthly basis.
  • Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings.
  • Maintain document workflow system.
  • Reconcile bank accounts and clear any discrepancies in the balances by researching and analyzing the account information.
  • Reconcile financial discrepancies and errors as reported by collecting and analyzing account information.
  • Manage calculation, declaration, and payment of taxes, in coordination with the company’s external auditor.
  • Issue, track and follow-up on collection of receivables
  • Answer accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policies and regulations.
  • Work with other projects staff to understand projects activities and appreciate the existing linkage with finance.
  • Contribute to and enforce internal policies and procedures related to accounting and financial control.
  • Manage the company’s contribution to social security and relevant paperwork.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Commerce: Accounting Major.
  • 1-2 Years of professional experience in accounting.
  • Experience in working and communicating with external auditors.
  • Good working knowledge of MS Office tools.
  • Knowledge of QuickBooks online accounting software is preferable.
  • English – high proficiency, verbal & written communication.
  • Arabic – high proficiency, verbal & written communication.

Benefits

  • Salary will be commensurate to experience, qualifications and expected workload.

How to Apply

  • To apply, please fill-in the application form and upload your CV and a letter of motivation through this link.
    Applicants can apply until 12 August 2021, (Midnight Cairo, Egypt). Expected starting date 12 September 2021.
  • Quality referrals and recommendations are highly appreciated.
  • This is a rolling admission process; first applicants will be contacted sooner.