A Contracting and Construction Materials company, with International projects in Metn, Lebanon is looking for an Accountant to support daily accounting activities and ensure compliance with Lebanese financial, tax, and social security regulations. The position focuses on core accounting functions with strong exposure to local statutory requirements, including VAT, NSSF, income tax, and Ministry of Finance filings. This role is well-suited for a junior professional aiming to build a solid accounting foundation while gaining hands-on experience with Lebanon-specific financial and regulatory practices.
Responsibilities
- Record and maintain accurate financial transactions in the ERP/accounting system
- Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, provisions, and adjustments
- Perform monthly bank, cash, supplier, and customer reconciliations
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities
- Maintain orderly accounting records and supporting documentation
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
- Assist in preparing internal financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
- Support audit preparations and respond to auditor inquiries
- Ensure proper filing and archiving of invoices and accounting documents
- Coordinate with operations, procurement, and sales teams regarding financial documentation
- Prepare and assist with VAT declarations in accordance with Lebanese VAT regulations
- Monitor VAT-eligible invoices, exemptions, and correct VAT treatment
- Support income tax declarations and related schedules
- Handle NSSF registrations, monthly declarations, and payments
- Assist with Ministry of Finance compliance and statutory filings
- Track updates to Lebanese tax laws and highlight potential impacts
- Ensure payroll accounting aligns with Lebanese labor and tax laws
- Maintain statutory records required by Lebanese authorities
- Liaise with external accountants, tax advisors, and auditors on local compliance matters
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
- 1–3 years of accounting or finance experience (including internships)
- Prior exposure to Lebanese accounting and tax regulations
- Strong grasp of fundamental accounting principles
- Familiarity with accounting software or ERP systems (Odoo experience is a plus)
- Proficient in Excel (basic formulas, reconciliation worksheets)
- Understanding of VAT, NSSF, and Lebanese tax concepts
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Ability to follow procedures and meet deadlines
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to regulatory updates
- Strong sense of professionalism and confidentiality
Location
- Metn, Lebanon
Schedule
- Monday till Friday
- 8:00 AM till 5:00 PM