Job Title:
Sr. Accountant
Grade:
SU 14
Department:
Finance
Reporting To:
Sr. Finance Manager
Key Responsibilities:
General Ledger Oversight & Financial Close
- Oversee and review accounting entries related to expenses, inventory, receivables, payables, and accruals to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Lead month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation and review of schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
- Ensure timely resolution of discrepancies and complex accounting issues.
Cash & Inventory Governance
- Lead periodic physical verification of cash and inventory in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
- Review reconciliation statements, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions.
- Strengthen controls related to cash handling and inventory management.
Compliance, Controls & Audit Support
- Ensure accounting practices are fully aligned with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Act as a primary point of contact during internal and external audits, preparing audit schedules, explanations, and supporting documents.
- Identify control gaps and proactively recommend enhancements to improve compliance and risk management.
Reporting, Analysis & Business Support
- Prepare and review financial reports for management, providing clear insights and variance analysis.
- Analyze financial trends, cost drivers, and operational impacts, and propose efficiency and cost-optimization initiatives.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc financial analysis as required.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CMA, or ACCA certification preferred.
- 57 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in eCommerce, retail, or a fast-paced industry.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP) and local tax regulations.
- Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, or similar).
- Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Why Join Us
- Be part of a dynamic and innovative eCommerce company that is redefining online retail.
- Opportunity to grow and make an impact in a rapidly expanding business.
- A collaborative work environment with room for career development.
About Floward
Founded in 2017, Floward is an online flowers and gifting company; we pride ourselves in creating a seamless experience for our customers and making sending flowers and gifts as enjoyable as receiving them. We source our flowers daily from the best growers and farmers around the world to create one of a kind stunning arrangements and plants that fit every occasion. We also partner with local and international brands to offer a wide range of gifts including chocolate, perfumes,
cakes and more, coupled with our arrangements to create the perfect gift. Operating in 36 cities in nine countries across the MENA region and UK, we guarantee same- day delivery across the board through our own refrigerated fleet to ensure our arrangements arrive fresh to the customer.
