peopleandpartnersgroup

Group Accountant

peopleandpartnersgroup

Beirut, Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesFull timePosted Dec 2, 2025

Job description

Role Summary

The Group Accountant will manage multi-country accounting for operations across Lebanon, UAE, Ghana, and Canada.

Responsibilities include

financial reporting, reconciliations, inter company coordination, and compliance with local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate accounting records for multiple entities including GL, AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and fixed assets.
  • Prepare monthly financial statements including P&L;, balance sheet, cash flow, and variance analysis.
  • Manage multi-currency transactions (USD, AED, LBP, CAD, GHS) and inter company accounts.
  • Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies in each country.
  • Prepare cash-flow projections and support treasury management.
  • Ensure proper documentation for trading, manufacturing, real estate, investments, and loans.
  • Implement financial controls such as payment workflows, vendor approval, and expense.
  • Assist in evaluating new investments, property transactions, and CAPEX projects.
  • Support ERP/accounting software improvements or digitalization.

Requirements

  • 5–8 years accounting experience; multi-entity, multi-currency background preferred.
  • Degree in Accounting/Finance; ACCA/CPA/CMA is a plus but not required.
  • Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, and IFRS basics.
  • Excellent Excel skills; exposure to ERP systems preferred.
  • Strong English; Arabic is an advantage.
  • Must be able to work independently and maintain confidentiality.