About Unilever
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.
At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.
Job Purpose
The position will be responsible for delivery on assigned Record to Report processes, Balance Sheet schedules, monthly books closing for assigned companies, variance analysis, preparation of statutory Financial Statements.
The role is responsible to review & ensure proper compliance with Accounting Policy Manual & Egypt Accounting Standards Also the role act as finance partner to ensure that the operational controls is in place.
What Will Your Main Responsibilities Be
• Overseeing the end-to-end service delivery in Record to Report, Source to Pay, and Order to Cash for the group.
• Providing accounting expertise to stakeholders within the countries as well as service providers who perform transactional work for Unilever
• Analysis and interpretation of accounting records for the purpose of ensuring data correctness, quality, and fair representation of business events
• Ensuring compliance to the timeliness and accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting process.
• Ensuring compliance with Unilever’s reporting policies, IFRS and statutory accounting requirements for the dedicated countries
• Performing review and exercising control over of the accounting processes delivered by service provider (including account reconciliation and month end closing activities)
• Taking ownership of the process areas within R2R for the purpose of driving simplification, and delivering expertise knowledge in that area
• Monitoring compliance with Unilever global controls framework as function lead
• Supporting country finance organization in delivery of new projects and managing change in R2R
• Cooperation with internal and external auditors to ensure timely query resolution and delivery of audit samples
• Support and prepare statutory financial statements for assigned companies
• Coordinating and facilitating the process of documenting accounting policies and procedures
• Improvement and development of internal processes and controls.
What You Need To Succeed
Experiences & Qualifications:
• 5–6-year experience in Financial Accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree of Commerce or equivalent
• Good analytical skill
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Good knowledge of Egypt Accounting Standards (EAS) and IFRS
• Big 4 audit firm experience is a plus
• Sap Experience is a preference
Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.
Skills Required
- 5-6 years experience in Financial Accounting
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce or equivalent
- Good knowledge of Egypt Accounting Standards (EAS) and IFRS
- Good analytical skills
- Good communication and presentation skills
- Big 4 audit firm experience
- SAP experience
Unilever Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Unilever and has not been reviewed or approved by Unilever.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and occupational health support alongside a 24/7 employee assistance program. Wellbeing offerings such as health checks, resilience tools, and counseling support the perceived depth of health-related benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) match that reaches up to 5% of base salary, strengthening the overall value of the package. Share and savings options are also referenced as part of longer-term financial support beyond salary.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits customization is enabled through tools such as a “My Reward” system and a “Benefits Envelope” that allows employees to personalize selections. Flexible working approaches are also associated with improved overall satisfaction, reinforcing perceived choice and adaptability in the total rewards offering.
Unilever Insights
What We Do
Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Our portfolio ranges from nutritionally balanced foods to indulgent ice creams, affordable soaps, luxurious shampoos and everyday household care products. We produce world-leading brands including Lipton, Knorr, Dove, Axe, Hellmann’s and Omo, alongside trusted local names and innovative-forward thinking brands like Ben & Jerry’s, The Dollar Shave Club and Dermalogica. Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you’ll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you’ll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we’ll work to help you become a better you.
