About this role
Chief Accountant - Mercure Hurghada Hotel, Egypt
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Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and bank reconciliations.
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Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
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Ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory reporting requirements, and internal financial policies.
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Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes.
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Monitor cash flow, budgets, and financial performance.
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Coordinate internal and external audits and respond to audit findings.
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Develop and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets.
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Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports for accuracy and completeness.
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Supervise, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff to ensure high performance and professional development.
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Support the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
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Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and implement best practices.
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Collaborate with management by providing financial analysis and recommendations to support business decisions.
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Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable financial regulations.
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Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent is preferred.
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SCBA
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Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
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Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, taxation, and internal controls.
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Experience with ERP systems and accounting software.
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.