Accountant

تونس - Tunis Tunisia

Did you know KONE moves over one billion people every day? We employ over 57,000 driven professionals in over 60 countries worldwide joined together by a shared vision. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, it is our mission to improve the flow of urban life.

KONE Tunisia is looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Accountant to be based in our Tunis, Tunisia office. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in business partnering with the Tunisia business line leadership as well as front-line business operations. This role is considered the subject matter expert around accounting and will have the opportunity to act as a key advisor to both finance and business colleagues across Tunisia as well as ensuring adherence to KONE policies and accounting activities.

This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their development and learning and join a team of finance professionals dedicated to delivering people flow solutions. If you feel you have what it takes to add significant value to this role, then apply quickly to catch this unique opportunity!

What will you do?

Reconcile accounts, post journal entries, calculate month-end accruals, calculate depreciations, and maintain a complete and accurate general ledger by accounting principles and reporting schedules so that the organization has a full and accurate statement of its financial position.
Make payments to suppliers, receive post-payments from customers, and reconcile cash, bank accounts, and reports.
Collect, compile, verify, and analyze financial information and prepare financial reports and accounting statements so that senior management has accurate and timely information for making financial decisions.
Assist the Financial Controller or external fiscal advisor in preparing fiscal declarations (income tax, VAT).
Provide technical accounting advice within their area of expertise to functional or operational areas managers to help them develop revenue and expense budgets, understand financial reports, and manage their financial responsibilities.
SAP and CPM Beacon (SAP BPC) or similar application, working knowledge preferred.
Knowledge of IFRS as well as local GAAP and other relevant local tax & legal legislation.
Ensure that statutory and tax reporting are filed in accordance with both, the local legislation and globally agreed timelines.

Are you the one?

Professional qualification in finance and CIMA Level Certification will be advantageous.
Minimum 3 years' experience including auditing experience at one of the big 5.
Experience in Matrix Organizations will be an advantage.
Excellent understanding of various CRM tools including SAP.
Highly motivated, goal-oriented, diligent, organized self-starter with an orientation towards a high level of customer service.
Strong English Communication skills – the financial controller will often have to interact with various stakeholders and so the ability to communicate complex data, and to write and speak clearly, are important.
Attention to detail – You need to be an individual who is precise in their work, able to spot errors, and vigilant to ensure that any problems are corrected for accurate results.

What do we offer?

Great dynamic team promoting a collaborative environment.
Total reward elements that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a great place to work.
Comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills.
An engaging job with the position description and clear targets.
Regular feedback through performance discussions.
Opportunities for individual development.
Mentoring and coaching programs.
Flexibility, trust, and respect.
Value-based culture, behaviors, and ethics.
Sustainability and innovation.
Working for a successful organization.

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At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.