We’re Hiring – Financial Accountant
Location: Tripoli, Lebanon | Furniture Manufacturing
We are seeking an experienced Accountant to take ownership of daily accounting, financial reporting, cash-flow planning and project costing for a furniture manufacturing workshop.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate accounting records for sales, purchases, expenses, receipts and payments, supported by complete documentation.
- Manage accounts receivable, including client invoices, project payment schedules, outstanding balances and collection follow-ups.
- Manage accounts payable, reconcile supplier statements and prepare payment schedules based on due dates and available cash.
- Prepare payroll calculations and maintain records of salaries, overtime, deductions and employee payments.
- Perform cash and account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and maintain accurate balances.
- Complete month-end closing and prepare financial statements, including the income statement, balance sheet and cash-flow statement.
- Prepare and regularly update cash-flow forecasts covering expected client collections, supplier payments, payroll, fixed expenses and upcoming project material requirements.
- Track project costs, including materials, labour, outsourced work and other direct expenses; compare actual costs against budgets and analyse profitability.
- Coordinate with Operations and Procurement to capture purchasing commitments, material costs and upcoming payment requirements.
- Prepare management reports on receivables, payables, cash availability, expenses and project performance, highlighting issues requiring attention.
- Maintain financial controls, verify supporting documents and coordinate with external accountants or auditors on tax and statutory requirements.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
- At least 4 years of relevant accounting experience, including hands-on responsibility for reconciliations, month-end closing and financial reporting.
- Strong proficiency in Excel and accounting software.
- Practical experience in cash-flow forecasting, payment planning and cost analysis.
- Ability to work independently, maintain accuracy and confidentiality, and explain financial results clearly to management.
- Experience in manufacturing or project-based accounting is preferred.
