Job Description
Great Place to Work® Middle East
Position Description : Accountant
Company : Great Place to Work® Middle East
Type of Organization : HR Management Consultancy
Department : Finance Department
Contract Type : Full Time
Remote Work Location : Philippines
Working Days : Sundays – Thursdays / Monday - Friday
Time : 9 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM (UAE Time)
Job Overview : Company Description
Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, helping organizations build high-trust, high-performance environments. Through its culture management platform, Emprising ™ , the company provides real-time people analytics that empower leaders to make data-driven decisions. Trusted by businesses worldwide, Great Place to Work® has surveyed more than 100 million employees to define what truly makes a workplace exceptional.
Role Description
We are hiring a full-time, remote Assistant Accountant to support the Great Place to Work® Middle East Finance function. This role will handle essential accounting operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial records. The ideal candidate is detail-focused, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-country business environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
Bookkeeping :
- Record day-to-day financial transactions and maintain accurate general ledger entries.
- Perform data entry for invoices, payments, and other financial transactions.
- Assist in updating internal financial processes within Zoho Books.
Accounts Receivable & Payable :
Generate customer invoices and process payments.Follow up on outstanding receivables and manage collections.Reconcile customer and vendor accounts and address related inquiries.Bank Reconciliation :
Reconcile bank statements with company records.Investigate and resolve discrepancies or issues.Financial Reporting & Audit Support :
Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.Generate reports as requested by management.Support internal and external audits, including documentation preparation and responding to auditor inquiries.HR & Administrative Support :
Maintain vendor portal registrations and related documentation.Process quotations, invoices, and payments for merchandise and services.Review and submit employee timesheets accurately and on time.Assist HR / admin projects as needed.Compliance :
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and applicable regulations.Stay updated on changes in financial regulations and operational best practices.Software & Tools Proficiency :
Zoho Books (or similar accounting software)Microsoft Excel (advanced proficiency)Microsoft Office SuiteGoogle Workspace, MS Teams, Slack, or similar collaboration platformsRequirements
Qualifications & Skills :
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.Minimum 2 years’ continuous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or finance roles.Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.Advanced proficiency in Excel and MS Office.Excellent attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Proactive problem-solving abilities; able to work independently and collaboratively.Comfortable working in a remote-first, collaborative environment.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.Strong ethics and discretion in handling confidential information.Familiarity with SaaS business models and startup environments is advantageous.Technical Requirements :
Primary internet connection with a minimum 25 Mbps download speedBackup internet connectionRequirements
Candidate Profile & Skills Must-Have Experience
10+ years in B2B SaaS sales or HR consulting services, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or market expansion role.Proven success scaling a sales operation in an emerging or growth market.Demonstrated ability to build high-trust relationships with C-level executives and diverse stakeholders.Track record of delivering against aggressive growth targets (30–40% YoY).Experience using Zoho One CRM (or equivalent platforms) to drive sales operations and reporting. Leadership QualitiesMission-driven, people-first mindset with a commitment to purpose-led leadership.Values-oriented, transparent, and collaborative; consistently contributes to team and organizational health.Entrepreneurial spirit with a bias for action, experimentation, and continuous improvement.Able to foster a culture of accountability and excellence while maintaining high engagement and inclusion. Skills & ToolsExcellent written and verbal communication skills; confident in boardroom presentations and client-facing conversations.Strong command of Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office Suite.Adept at using digital sales and performance management tools (especially Zoho CRM).Fluent in English; Arabic language proficiency is a strong advantage. Additional InformationHybrid role based in Egypt, with occasional regional travel (up to 25%) for events, client meetings, and team engagement.Will participate in Great Place to Work® Annual Conferences, national awards, and employer branding forums. Join us in shaping the future of work in Egypt and empowering organizations to create great workplaces For All™.