Accountant at Sayed Farms Limited

Job Summary

• We are We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented, and proactive Accountant to support our finance operations within the FMCG and poultry industry.
• The role will primarily focus on posting journal vouchers related to General & Administrative (G&A) expenses, reconciling trial balance accounts, and managing the monthly closing of local travel expenses.
• A strong command of Microsoft Excel and a good understanding of the financial flows and operational dynamics within the FMCG and poultry sectors are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities
Journal Voucher (JV) Posting:

• Prepare, review, and post accurate and timely journal entries relating to G&A overheads (utilities, administrative costs, office expenses, etc.).
• Ensure proper cost center, project, and departmental allocations in line with FMCG and poultry operations.
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails in accordance with company policies and internal controls.

Trial Balance Reconciliation:

• Perform periodic reconciliations of assigned general ledger accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between sub-ledgers and the trial balance.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities in coordination with the Finance team.

Local Travel Expense Management:

• Review, verify, and process travel expense claims from field staff, production managers, and sales teams.
• Ensure compliance with company travel and expense policies and accurate expense coding.
• Coordinate with HR and operational teams to validate travel allowances and settlements.
• Post travel-related accounting entries and perform monthly closure of travel expense accounts.

Compliance & Audit Support:

• Ensure accounting practices comply with company policies, internal controls, and applicable local regulations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested schedules, reconciliations, and documentation.

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Experience & Skills:

• Must have 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably within the FMCG, agriculture, or poultry industry.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (mandatory).
• Familiarity with accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Tally, or similar).
• Good understanding of cost allocations, travel expense policies, and reconciliation processes.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.