Junior Accountant

Location

[Company Location]

Experience

1 year of relevant experience

Employment Type

Full-Time Job Summary We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team. The successful candidate will assist with daily accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, support reconciliations, and ensure that accounting transactions are properly recorded and documented. Key Responsibilities Record daily accounting transactions and maintain accurate accounting records. Prepare and enter journal entries and supporting documents. Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities. Follow up on invoices, payments, receipts, and outstanding balances. Perform bank and account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies. Assist in preparing monthly accounting reports and schedules. Maintain proper filing of invoices, receipts, vouchers, and other accounting documents. Assist with payroll accounting and related accounting entries when required. Support the preparation of VAT and other tax-related documents. Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities. Coordinate with other departments to collect and verify financial information. Ensure that accounting documents are complete, accurate, and properly authorized. Perform other accounting tasks assigned by the Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Around 1 year of relevant accounting experience. Good understanding of basic accounting principles. Good knowledge of MS Excel and Microsoft Office. Experience with accounting software/ERP systems is an advantage. Good attention to detail and accuracy. Good organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good communication and follow-up skills. Fluency in Arabic and English; French is an advantage. Skills & Competencies Accounting fundamentals Data entry and accuracy Bank reconciliation Accounts payable & receivable Excel skills Attention to detail Organization and time management Problem-solving Teamwork and communication Confidentiality and integrity Preferred Profile The ideal candidate is a junior accounting professional who is eager to learn and develop, has a strong attention to detail, and is willing to take responsibility for assigned accounting tasks while working under the supervision of the Finance team.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Around 1 year of relevant accounting experience. Good understanding of basic accounting principles. Good knowledge of MS Excel and Microsoft Office. Experience with accounting software/ERP systems is an advantage. Good attention to detail and accuracy. Good organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good communication and follow-up skills. Fluency in Arabic and English; French is an advantage.