# Senior Accountant

**Company:** [Egypt Education Platform](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/18d2zeveUL343wvZkgwdrj.md)
**Location:** Cairo, Egypt
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** GEMS British International School Madinaty

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## Description

### **A Senior AP Accountant manages and oversees the full accounts payable process, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial transactions while maintaining strong vendor relationships.**

### Key Responsibilities

-   **Accounts Payable Management:** Oversee the end-to-end AP process, including invoice processing, payment disbursement, and vendor communications to ensure timely and accurate payments [](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=b2a96b032a57dee47fb0d7ac995d88e2d4d9a494ad53061a1bed56fd23480e06JmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubXVsdGlwbHltaWkuY29tL2pvYi1kZXNjcmlwdGlvbi9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1hY2NvdW50YW50&ntb=1).
-   **Financial Recordkeeping:** Maintain accurate financial records, reconcile vendor statements, and resolve discrepancies to ensure integrity of financial reports [](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=b2a96b032a57dee47fb0d7ac995d88e2d4d9a494ad53061a1bed56fd23480e06JmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubXVsdGlwbHltaWkuY29tL2pvYi1kZXNjcmlwdGlvbi9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1hY2NvdW50YW50&ntb=1).
-   **Policy Compliance:** Monitor and enforce AP policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements [](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=b2a96b032a57dee47fb0d7ac995d88e2d4d9a494ad53061a1bed56fd23480e06JmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubXVsdGlwbHltaWkuY29tL2pvYi1kZXNjcmlwdGlvbi9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1hY2NvdW50YW50&ntb=1).
-   **Expense and Payment Processing:** Review and approve employee expense reports, process check files, wire transfers, ACH payments, and positive pay [](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=458e3388671574cd32d302a1baa63c1409b540c3995f636c422a0d6610775739JmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuemlwcGlhLmNvbS9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1zcGVjaWFsaXN0LWpvYnMvd2hhdC1kb2VzLWEtc2VuaW9yLWFjY291bnRzLXBheWFibGUtc3BlY2lhbGlzdC1kby8&ntb=1).
-   **Reporting and Analysis:** Prepare and analyze aging reports, monthly/quarterly tax payments (e.g., FICA/FUTA), and other financial reports to manage cash flow effectively [](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=458e3388671574cd32d302a1baa63c1409b540c3995f636c422a0d6610775739JmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuemlwcGlhLmNvbS9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1zcGVjaWFsaXN0LWpvYnMvd2hhdC1kb2VzLWEtc2VuaW9yLWFjY291bnRzLXBheWFibGUtc3BlY2lhbGlzdC1kby8&ntb=1).
-   **Staff Support and Training:** Assist and train junior staff on ERP systems, AP policies, and procedures, fostering team efficiency and accuracy [](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=458e3388671574cd32d302a1baa63c1409b540c3995f636c422a0d6610775739JmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuemlwcGlhLmNvbS9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1zcGVjaWFsaXN0LWpvYnMvd2hhdC1kb2VzLWEtc2VuaW9yLWFjY291bnRzLXBheWFibGUtc3BlY2lhbGlzdC1kby8&ntb=1).
-   **Vendor Relations:** Maintain strong relationships with vendors, handle inquiries, and resolve billing issues promptly [](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=b2a96b032a57dee47fb0d7ac995d88e2d4d9a494ad53061a1bed56fd23480e06JmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubXVsdGlwbHltaWkuY29tL2pvYi1kZXNjcmlwdGlvbi9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1hY2NvdW50YW50&ntb=1).
-   **Compliance and Audit Support:** Ensure proper documentation for audits, maintain W9 forms, and assist with SOX compliance and 1099 filings[](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=458e3388671574cd32d302a1baa63c1409b540c3995f636c422a0d6610775739JmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuemlwcGlhLmNvbS9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1zcGVjaWFsaXN0LWpvYnMvd2hhdC1kb2VzLWEtc2VuaW9yLWFjY291bnRzLXBheWFibGUtc3BlY2lhbGlzdC1kby8&ntb=1)

## Requirements

### Required Skills and Qualifications

-   **Education:** Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field [](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=baa7e001179c3439bb5bb7b9cb4cc6a8d66f327ae7cdb6b98001252a4f749b8dJmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudmVsdmV0am9icy5jb20vam9iLWRlc2NyaXB0aW9ucy9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1zcGVjaWFsaXN0&ntb=1).
-   **Experience:** Several years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting, with demonstrated ability to manage high-volume transactions [](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=baa7e001179c3439bb5bb7b9cb4cc6a8d66f327ae7cdb6b98001252a4f749b8dJmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudmVsdmV0am9icy5jb20vam9iLWRlc2NyaXB0aW9ucy9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1zcGVjaWFsaXN0&ntb=1).
-   **Technical Skills:** Proficiency in ERP systems, accounting software, and Microsoft Excel; strong understanding of accounting principles and internal controls [](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=b2a96b032a57dee47fb0d7ac995d88e2d4d9a494ad53061a1bed56fd23480e06JmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubXVsdGlwbHltaWkuY29tL2pvYi1kZXNjcmlwdGlvbi9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1hY2NvdW50YW50&ntb=1).
-   **Certifications (Optional but Preferred):** APM, APS, or CAPP certifications can be advantageous [](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=baa7e001179c3439bb5bb7b9cb4cc6a8d66f327ae7cdb6b98001252a4f749b8dJmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudmVsdmV0am9icy5jb20vam9iLWRlc2NyaXB0aW9ucy9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1zcGVjaWFsaXN0&ntb=1).
-   **Soft Skills:** Attention to detail, organizational skills, analytical thinking, and effective communication for vendor and team interactions[](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=b2a96b032a57dee47fb0d7ac995d88e2d4d9a494ad53061a1bed56fd23480e06JmltdHM9MTc4Mjg2NDAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=2fb3405c-4039-6a41-09eb-56f241f36bf1&psq=senior+ap+accountant+job+description&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubXVsdGlwbHltaWkuY29tL2pvYi1kZXNjcmlwdGlvbi9zZW5pb3ItYWNjb3VudHMtcGF5YWJsZS1hY2NvdW50YW50&ntb=1)

## Benefits

-   Tuition Discount for Dependents
-   Medical Insurance for Self
-   Transportation