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Company: Al-Futtaim Private Company LLC
Overview of the Role:
The I2P Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of all payments under the Finance Shared Service Centre (FSSC) scope in Egypt. This includes vendor payments, employee transfers, petty cash management, and compliance with VAT and tax regulations. The role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to Al-Futtaim Group (AFG) policies, and collaboration across finance and business teams to maintain process integrity and service excellence.
What You Will Do:
Payment Processing & Execution
Review and process all payment requests in alignment with approved invoices, purchase orders, and SOPs.
Manage and record petty cash transactions, settlements, and reconciliations.
Prepare and execute employee transfer payments in accordance with timelines and company policy.
Ensure tax and VAT compliance for all vendor invoices prior to payment processing.
Maintain accurate records of payments and ensure all transactions are captured in SAP (FICO).
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness in the payables cycle.
Financial Controls & Compliance
Ensure full adherence to Al-Futtaim’s accounting policies and internal control standards.
Validate payment documentation to minimize errors and discrepancies.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive financial information.
Contribute to audit readiness by ensuring all payment records and reconciliations are properly documented and accessible.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Partner with business divisions, procurement, and finance teams to resolve payment or invoice discrepancies.
Support communication between FSSC Egypt and vendors to ensure timely query resolution.
Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders to enhance end-to-end payment efficiency.
Required Skills to Be Successful:
Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and tax compliance.
Excellent analytical and Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations).
Proficiency in SAP FICO module and experience working with large datasets.
Accuracy, attention to detail, and a high sense of ownership in a fast-paced environment.
Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a focus on service excellence.
What Qualifies You for the Role:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (professional qualification preferred).
0-2 years of relevant experience in accounts payable or financial operations within a large organization.
Experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP.
Process-oriented mindset with strong planning and prioritization skills.
Demonstrated integrity, confidentiality, and a proactive approach to meeting deadlines.