Chief Accountant

Client of hirelebanese

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee the full accounting cycle (GL, AP, AR, payroll, bank reconciliations)
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, Income Statement, Statement of Capital)
• Prepare ROI analysis, financing reports, sales forecasts, and financial statistics
• Report financial performance to Management
• Develop financial forecasts and support strategic decision-making
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights
• Manage cash flow planning and treasury operations
• Conduct year-end closing and supervise month-end closing
• Control opening and closing balances of previous years
• Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Develop the annual budget in coordination with Management
• Monitor and control operational and administrative costs
• Analyze cost structures and identify inefficiencies
• Review supplier pricing and contracts to optimize costs
• Monitor inventory valuation, wastage, and shrinkage
• Promote cost-awareness culture across departments
• Recommend workflow and process improvements to reduce expenses

Operational & Commercial Accounting Control

• Create and implement SOPs for the Accounting Department
• Assist other departments in establishing financial control procedures
• Supervise and manage the daily work of the Junior Accountant
• Audit invoices, receipts, DN books, receipt books, fuel consumption, and bank deposits
• Monitor pending quantities and system accuracy in Accounting System
• Prepare and control supplier payments (local & international transfers)
• Monitor client credit ceilings and payment terms
• Track rental payments, renewals, maintenance fees, and deposit cheques
• Follow up on retailer accounts and stock on consignment
• Process client account closures and ensure proper settlement

Inventory, Fixed Assets Transactions

• Process assets transactions
• Control company fixed assets and depreciation schedules
• Conduct regular inventory controls and reconciliations
• Monitor stock movement and valuation
• Ensure proper costing of imported goods
• Create and maintain new stock item codes in system

Import & Shipment Accounting

• Prepare Purchase Orders (POs)
• Enter POs into Accounting System
• Follow up on shipments, customs clearance, and official supplier documentation
• Coordinate costing entries for imported goods
• Ensure accuracy of customs and supplier documentation

Compliance & Regulatory

• Ensure compliance with local tax laws and financial regulations
• Prepare and submit VAT declarations
• Prepare payroll including tax on salary and NSSF
• Coordinate with external auditors, banks, and regulatory authorities
• Maintain strong internal control systems to safeguard company assets

Leadership & System Improvement

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff
• Implement and maintain internal control frameworks
• Identify automation opportunities and ERP improvements
• Ensure accuracy and proper filing of all accounting documentation
• Investigate discrepancies and resolve accounting irregularities