Financial Controller

This role will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial records, tax compliance as well as treasury operations, meanwhile ensuring IFRS-aligned financial reporting for group purposes. The role will also act as a governance guardian, ensuring that financial processes and transactions comply with company policies, procedures, and internal control standards. The Financial Controller will report to the Country Finance Director and work closely with the Group Finance team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and providing financial insights to support the company’s growth in Egypt. This is a hands-on role suited for a proactive finance professional who can operate effectively in a fast-growing start-up environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the finance function of the Egypt entity, working closely with local management and the Group Finance team.

• Manage and review accounting activities to ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions and completeness of supporting documentation.

• Ensure that all transactions, accruals and related parties are properly reflected in the period-end closing.

• Monitor and follow up on tax filings and statutory submissions, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations and maintaining proper documentation.

• Manage treasury activities, including bank statement analysis, reconciliations, and handling bank correspondences.

• Ensure financial reports is in line with IFRS requirements and support the preparation of group reporting packages.

• Act as a governance guardian, ensuring all financial activities and processes comply with company policies, procedures, and internal control standards.

• Identify potential control gaps and support the improvement of financial processes and governance practices.

• Provide financial data analysis and ad hoc reports to support management decision making.

• Support the continuous improvement of financial processes, reporting quality, and operational efficiency within the finance function.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• At least 5 years of relevant experience. Big 4 experience is a plus.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards (local and IFRS).

• Experience working in fast-paced or start-up environments is a plus.

• Experience with ERP (SAP or Oracle preferred)

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to coordinate across teams.