Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in accounting or Finance with 8-10 years of relevant accounting experience, including proven leadership in an Accounting Manager role. Strong hands-on experience in General Ledger accounting, month-end/year-end closing, account reconciliations, and a solid understanding of Egyptian tax regulations are essential. Experience in fast-growing companies within fintech, payments, technology, SaaS, or e-commerce is highly preferred.
Description
About The RoleAt Octane, accurate and efficient financial management is critical to supporting our growth and maintaining strong business operations. As an Accounting Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing Octane's accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and delivering timely financial reporting in line with company policies and applicable regulations.This role combines hands-on accounting leadership with team management and financial control responsibilities. You will lead the accounting team, oversee month-end and year-end closing, ensure proper reconciliations and accounting treatments, strengthen internal controls, and work closely with Finance and other business functions to support sound financial decision-making.What You'll Be DoingLead and oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and cash transactions.Own the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely completion of all accounting activities.Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, provisions, and other accounting adjustments.Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records and proper classification of transactions.Review bank, cash, customer, vendor, and balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.Prepare and review monthly financial reports and accounting schedules for management.Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and applicable Egyptian tax and regulatory requirements.Establish, maintain, and continuously improve accounting controls and procedures.Monitor accounts receivable and payable balances and ensure accurate recording and reconciliation.Coordinate with internal and external auditors and provide required financial schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.Identify accounting issues, investigate variances, and implement appropriate corrective actions.Partner with Finance, Operations, Procurement, and other teams to resolve accounting and financial process-related matters.Lead and develop the accounting team, ensuring clear responsibilities, quality of work, and timely delivery.Review team performance, provide guidance, and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures.Support the Finance Manager / Head of Finance with financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and other finance-related initiatives when required.Key Areas of OwnershipAccounting Operations & General LedgerMonth-End & Year-End ClosingFinancial Reporting & AnalysisAccounts Payable & Accounts ReceivableBank & Balance Sheet ReconciliationsAccounting Controls & ComplianceTax Compliance & Financial DocumentationAudit Management & SupportAccounting Processes & ImprovementsTeam Leadership & DevelopmentWhat We're Looking ForBachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. 8-10 years of relevant accounting experience, with proven experience in an Accounting Manager, Senior Accounting Manager, or similar leadership role. Strong hands-on experience in General Ledger accounting and month-end/year-end closing.Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, and financial reporting.Solid experience in account reconciliations, accruals, provisions, and accounting adjustments.Strong understanding of Egyptian tax regulations and statutory accounting requirements.Experience designing and maintaining effective accounting controls and procedures.Proven experience managing, supervising, and developing accounting teams.Ability to investigate discrepancies, analyze financial data, and identify root causes.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Experience in fintech, payments, technology, SaaS, e-commerce, or a fast-growing company is highly preferred. Professional certification such as CMA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is a plus. If you're excited to join a fast-growing company and play a key role in strengthening Octane's financial operations and supporting our continued growth, we'd love to hear from you.Send us your updated resume to [HIDDEN TEXT] with the subject line Accounting Manager.