General Accountant

Company Description Etegah is a marketing and content production company with over 15 years of experience in the media field and billions of views across its social media channels. The company is a collective of passionate professionals, including dedicated content creators and diverse strategists, all focused on delivering outstanding work. Etegah partners with businesses across the MENA region and the Gulf, helping them achieve significant growth through innovative campaigns and strategies. The team values creativity, high performance, and collaboration, inviting clients with bold visions to join them at the brainstorming table. Prospective team members can expect a dynamic, fast-paced environment where strong ideas and high-quality execution are at the core of the culture.
Role Description The General Accountant will manage day-to-day financial operations, including recording transactions, maintaining general ledgers, and preparing periodic financial reports. Responsibilities include handling accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank statements, monitoring cash flow, and supporting month-end and year-end closing activities. The role also involves ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and local regulations, assisting with budgeting and forecasting, and preparing documentation for audits and management reviews. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Qesm El Maadi, working closely with internal teams to provide accurate financial insights that support business decisions. The General Accountant is expected to maintain organized records, identify discrepancies, and proactively contribute to improving financial processes.
Qualifications

• Strong foundational accounting skills, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and trial balance preparation.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, and collections processes.
• Proficiency in financial reporting, budgeting support, and variance analysis.
• Ability to perform bank and account reconciliations and monitor cash flow effectively.
• Familiarity with local tax regulations, compliance requirements, and audit preparation.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software and MS Excel (e.g., spreadsheets, formulas, pivot tables).
• Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., CMA, CPA) are an advantage.
• Experience in media, marketing, or creative industries is a plus, along with comfort working in a fast-paced environment.