Chief Accountant

1. Reconciles and follow up daily on Banks accounts, Cash and cheques, Accounts payable and Accounts receivable related to general accounting to LAKM specified projects.
2. Prepares journal entries related but not limited to Accounts payable, cash and banks movement, expenses, payroll, difference on exchange, depreciation for LAKM’s specified projects.
3. Reconciles and follow up monthly on Inventory records and fixed assets records.
4. Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
5. Coordinates and follows up with internal and external audits to ensure compliance and assists with annual audit preparations.
6. Assists in the preparation of financial forecasts and projections.
7. Supports month-end and year-end financial closing process.
8. Ensures compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies.
9. Identifies opportunities for process improvement in financial and accounting procedures.
10. Analyzes and ensures accuracy of all financial transactions and information.
11. Monitors the closing process and reconciliation of general ledger accounts every month.
12. Utilizes accounting software and financial management tools to streamline processes and improve accuracy.
13. Creates timely and accurate reports and presents them to higher management when needed.
14. Monitors proper implementation of accounting policies and procedures requested by management.
15. Develops and standardizes the accounting policies among all projects and insures their proper implementation on ERP System.
16. Applies and follows code of ethics, values, mission, and vision of Order of Malta – Lebanon
17. Performs other related duties assigned by the management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant degree
• Minimum of 10 years of experience is a must

• Detail-oriented and accurate
• high Communication skills with the different stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and under stressful situations
• Ability to adhere to ethical considerations and guidelines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Extensive knowledge of Labor laws, NSSF and taxes regulations
• Ability to train and manage staff

• Computer literate, excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Good in Arabic, English and French (Written and Spoken)