Financial Controller

4 days ago

Cairo, Cairo, Egypt Cilantro Full time

The Chief Accountant ensures the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the company's financial records. This role is responsible for managing the general ledger, ensuring compliance with tax and statutory requirements, supervising daily accounting operations, and supporting internal and external audits. As the guardian of financial control, the Chief Accountant plays a critical role in enabling informed decision-making and safeguarding the company's assets.

Responsibilities

  • Financial Accounting & Reporting
  • Supervise all general ledger activities, ensuring timely month-end and year-end closing
  • Prepare financial statements in accordance with local accounting standards and IFRS
  • Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
  • Ensure timely and accurate accruals and adjustments
  • Compliance & Audit
  • Ensure full compliance with local tax laws (VAT, WHT, CIT, etc.) and accounting standards
  • Coordinate with external auditors during annual and interim audits
  • Prepare audit schedules and resolve audit queries efficiently
  • Liaise with regulatory bodies, tax consultants, and legal advisors
  • Controls & Process Improvement
  • Maintain and enhance internal financial controls and policies
  • Review and streamline accounting workflows for accuracy and efficiency
  • Ensure documentation, archiving, and traceability of all financial transactions
  • Identify risks and implement mitigation measures
  • Treasury & Payables Oversight
  • Oversee treasury and banking operations to ensure proper cash flow tracking
  • Validate and approve vendor payments, ensuring 3-way match where applicable
  • Support cash forecasting and cash management initiatives in collaboration with Treasury
  • Lead and coach the accounting team to ensure high standards of performance and integrity
  • Drive a culture of ownership, accuracy, and timeliness
  • Support development plans for junior accountants to grow into senior roles
  • Drive monthly closing discipline and consistency across departments
  • Implement accounting SOPs aligned with financial controls
  • Partner with Procurement, Supply Chain, and Operations to reconcile data flows
  • Collaborate with FP&A team on reconciliations and reporting

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA, CMA, IFRS or equivalent certification preferred
  • 8–10 years of accounting experience, including 2–3 years in a leadership or middle management role
  • Experience in retail, F&B, or multi-site operations is a must
  • Proven experience with audits and tax submissions
  • Solid experience in ERP systems and closing processes
  • Deep knowledge of Egyptian accounting standards and IFRS
  • Advanced Excel and financial reconciliation tools
  • Proficient with accounting software/ERP - Odoo ERP is a plus
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with tax platforms and e-invoicing systems

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