SAP Accounting Analyst

Summary of the role:

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Analyst to join our onsite Finance team in the Center of Excellence
in Beirut. This role supports accurate financial reporting, intercompany reconciliation process, sales and
inventory analysis, valuation of operations in foreign currency, among others.
The ideal candidate brings a hands-on deck and work independently mindset, while demonstrating integrity,
accountability, and humility in collaboration within and outside the Finance team.
He / she brings a strong SAP expertise with a passion for continuous improvement, and loves sharing experience with other Finance team members.
Experience of management in an international environment is a plus.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Perform weekly Intercompany reconciliations.
• Value and remeasure foreign currency items.
• Analyze monthly sales variances by currency and quantity, identifying trends and potential issues.
• Calculate and monitor stock yields to support inventory accuracy and production efficiency.
• Post mid- to high-complexity accounting transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and GAAP. 
• Prepare cash forecasts to support liquidity planning and financial decision-making.
• Prepare weekly supplier payment runs, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Support month-end closing processes, taking ownership and accountability for timely and accurate deliverables.
• Other duties as assigned.

You are a professional who meets the requirements listed below and is ready to contribute to our team. Please
note that applications from candidates who do not meet these criteria cannot be considered.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting or financial analysis experience; experience in manufacturing, food & beverage, or roasting operations is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with SAP (FI/MM/SD required).
• Intermediary to high Excel skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets.

Soft skills

• Strong analytical skills and capacity to challenge the financial information received
• High sense of organisation and able to manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with international stakeholders
• Curious, proactive,  keen to learn and ready for new challenges
• Ability to work independently while also having a team-oriented mindset.

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of English (written and verbal communication skills)
• Knowledge of any other language is a plus (French)