Sr. Specialist Accountant

This role sits within the Finance team and supports accurate financial reporting by managing accounting activities and ensuring the integrity of retail sales, cash, card and settlement reconciliations. It drives efficient processes, strong financial controls and compliance with Group policies and local regulations. The position works closely with key stakeholders to investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies and supports month-end, year-end and audit activities.

• Execute general accounting activities, including journal postings, accruals, accounts payable, accounts receivable and fixed assets.
• Own end-to-end retail sales, cash, card, bank and settlement reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of VAT, tax and e-invoicing records.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and manage outstanding items.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities through accurate reconciliations and documentation.
• Manage fixed asset accounting and support lease accounting processes.
• Support internal, external and statutory audits.
• Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls and compliance standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of accounting experience.
• Experience in retail sales, cash, card, bank and general ledger reconciliations.
• Good knowledge of IFRS, VAT, Tax and local regulatory requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.

• Professional certification is a plus.
• Experience within retail or consumer goods is preferred.

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