Senior Accountant

About the role

The Senior Accountant will lead daily accounting operations, ensuring that all financial data is accurate, complete, and compliant with Lebanese regulations and internal policies. This role reports to the Accounting Manager and collaborates closely with finance, treasury, and legal teams to support timely reporting and cash‑flow management.

Key responsibilities

• Validate data entered by accountants and close monthly trial balances using the established checklist.
• Assist the Accounting Manager in preparing monthly financial statements.
• Reconcile all accounts, including payables, receivables, bank, prepaid, and sister‑company transactions.
• Generate daily cash and bank position reports and prepare daily sales registers.
• Oversee issuance of letters of credit, guarantees, and performance bank guarantees.
• Review payroll, NSSF declarations, and ensure accurate MOF tax filings.
• Issue client invoices, conduct weekly aging analysis, and follow up on collections.
• Maintain legal files, official journals, contracts, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Banking or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong ethical conduct, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Fluency in English, Arabic and French (spoken and written).

Required skills

• Good understanding of the Lebanese chart of accounts and local regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with ERP systems and Accounting Information Systems (AIS).