Financial Controller - Abbott 

FINANCE CONTROLLER (Egypt)

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

Summarize the main purpose of the role.

Manage the day-to-day financial activities of the shared service function.

Control its financial resources and ensure that all financial transactions, systems and procedures comply with regulations, accounting principles, and standards.

Activities may include: financial analysis and reporting, taxation, insurance, credit control, accounts payable and receivable, inventory and costs control, and budgeting and forecasting.

Main Responsibilities

Analyze the organization’s revenues, liabilities, credit conditions, and other financial indicators to forecast it's short, medium, and long-term cash flow position.

Evaluate and recommend investments and other financial instruments to meet these cash flow needs.

Advise management on financial matters and the impact of laws and regulations on the organization.

Provide expertise and advice to managers to help them develop budgets, understand financial reports, and manage their financial responsibilities.

Present findings and recommendations to top executives.

Prepare financial reports.

Reports may include auditor and financial analyst reports, profit and loss, balance sheets, and regulatory reports and filings.

Ensure all tax returns, declarations, and other required reports are submitted accurately and on time.

Select and manage relationships with consultants and advisors to ensure the satisfactory standards of service.

Lead, direct, evaluate, and develop financial staff.

Minimum Education

BS in Business with emphasis in Accounting. CPA preferred.

Minimum Experience/Training Required

• Seven (7) to Ten (10) years of solid Accounting work experience.
• Multinational company experience
• Solid working knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS
• PC proficient
• Ability to thrive in a fast-pace setting.
• Computer literate / savvy
• Proven working knowledge and experience with ERP Accounting Systems preferably BPCS
• Must have strong experience with MS Office - Excel, Access and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal, supervisory and customer service skills required.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required.