Accountant

Company Description The cooking school is a culinary arts institution that serves both aspiring chefs and individuals interested in improving their cooking skills and learning new recipes. It offers hands-on learning experiences in professionally equipped kitchens, creating an engaging environment for culinary education and experimentation. In addition to individual learners, the cooking school supports businesses by providing access to a commercial kitchen space for activities such as video shooting, menu development, market research, consumer insights, food testing, and product launches. This mix of educational programs and business-focused services makes the cooking school a dynamic hub for culinary creativity and food-related innovation.Role Description The Accountant will manage day-to-day financial operations, including recording transactions, maintaining general ledgers, and reconciling bank accounts. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, monitoring cash flow, managing payable and receivable accounts, and ensuring timely invoicing and collections related to classes, events, and kitchen rentals. The role also involves budgeting, cost tracking for courses and business activities, assisting with financial reporting for management, and supporting audits and compliance with relevant accounting standards and local regulations. This is a full-time, on-site role based in New Cairo, working closely with the operations and management teams to provide accurate financial insights that support decision-making.Key Responsibilities:• Manage accounts payable processes, including reviewing supplier invoices and preparing payment requests;• Manage accounts receivable activities, including issuing invoices and following up on outstanding balances;• Record and maintain accurate financial transactions related to customers and suppliers;• Reconcile customer accounts and supplier statements regularly;• Monitor due dates for receivables and payables to ensure timely collections and payments;• Coordinate with other departments regarding billing, payments, and account balances;• Maintain proper filing and documentation of invoices, receipts, and related financial records;• Prepare periodic reports on accounts receivable, accounts payable, and outstanding balances;• Resolve discrepancies related to customer accounts, supplier invoices, and payment records;• Ensure all financial records are maintained accurately and confidentially.Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or a related field;• Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounting;• Preferably at least 1 year of experience in an Accounting Firm or a corporate accounting environment;• Experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes is required;• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software;• Strong numerical, analytical, and organizational skills;• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.Working Module:• Full-time position • Office-based