We are seeking a Senior Accountant with deep expertise
in payroll processing, tax compliance, and accounting rules to join our
consulting team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end
payroll functions for multiple clients, ensuring compliance with local and
international financial regulations, and providing expert advice on financial
operations and optimization.
- Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing
for multiple clients.
- Ensure compliance with local labour laws, social
insurance, and income tax regulations.
- Review and approve payroll entries, adjustments,
and reconciliation.
- Coordinate with HR and clients for accurate
employee data and compensation updates.
- Handle year-end payroll reporting and tax
submissions
- Apply
accounting rules and standards (GAAP/IFRS/local standards) to all
payroll-related financial transactions.
- Prepare
and review journal entries related to payroll, benefits, accruals, and
taxes.
- Lead
monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings related to payroll accounts.
- Support
the preparation of financial statements and reports for internal and
external stakeholders.
- Provide
accounting and payroll advisory services to clients across various industries.
- Conduct
financial analysis, identify areas for improvement, and recommend process
optimizations.
- Design
payroll workflows and documentation for new clients onboarding.
- Train
junior accountants and client teams on payroll best practices and compliance updates.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards,
tax laws, and payroll regulations.
- Develop and enforce internal controls over payroll and
financial reporting.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and
regulatory bodies as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in
Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA, CMA, or equivalent preferred.
- 5–7 years of experience in
payroll accounting and financial consulting.
- Strong knowledge of payroll
systems and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Zoho).
- In-depth understanding of
accounting principles, payroll taxation, and labour regulations.
- Proficient in MS Excel and
accounting software.
- Excellent analytical,
organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple
clients and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience
in a consulting firm or BPO/shared service environment.
- Familiarity
with multi-country payroll processing and tax implications.
- Experience
implementing payroll systems or supporting digital transformation in
finance.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification
- 5-7 years of experience in payroll accounting and financial consulting
- Strong knowledge of payroll systems and ERP platforms, including SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or Zoho
- In-depth understanding of accounting principles, payroll taxation, and labor regulations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in a consulting firm or BPO/shared service environment
- Familiarity with multi-country payroll processing and tax implications
- Experience implementing payroll systems or supporting digital transformation in finance
What We Do
Enjaz is an Egypt-based HR consultancy and business transformation firm serving organizations from startups to multinationals. It provides multi-process HR outsourcing, payroll administration, recruitment and staffing, Employer of Record support, HR compliance, workforce management, training, and organizational and management consulting. Its solutions are tailored to clients’ needs, helping them grow while improving operational efficiency, compliance, and workforce performance.
