Accountant

This exciting opportunity will allow an individual to come in, participate in strengthening accounting processes, and immediately contribute to key accounting areas. A successful Accountant is a results-oriented team player who applies thorough knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS, along with excellent analytical skills, to perform general accounting tasks and functions, including financial statement preparation and month-end account reconciliations.

Responsibilities

Support the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements and related disclosures in accordance with U.S GAAP/IFRS; Conduct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process, including preparation of various balance sheet schedules, and reviewing of journal entries; Record transactions for our entities in the region; Perform monthly bank reconciliations; Process accounts payable and accounts receivable in accordance with company policies and procedures and resolve discrepancies; Provide general ledger accounting support for company subsidiaries as needed; Assess and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley; Assist with year-end audit, and work with external auditors as necessary; Process expense reports according to company travel policies and procedures; Assist with ad-hoc projects, including budget vs. actual analysis and cash forecast

Requirements

Ability to use business English – writing, speaking, and listening a MUST; Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related degree; professional certificate (i.e., CPA, CMA, ACCA, CA, etc.); 1 to 3 years of relevant accounting and/or audit experience; Experience with regional taxation (Jordan, KSA, and UAE); In-depth understanding of US GAAP/IFRS and basic accounting procedures; Advanced Microsoft Excel skills a MUST; Hands-on experience with an accounting ERP system; Adaptable to changing priorities within a start-up environment; Accuracy and attention to detail, ability to spot errors; Self-starter on assigned tasks and projects; Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with team player attitude

Nice to have

NetSuite or similar accounting ERP