Accountant

We are seeking a highly experienced, results-driven Accountant who will be responsible for managing the accounting function of Saint-Gobain Ivory Coast, including general ledger, account receivables, accountant payables and all tax related matters and ensuring that the accounts are kept correctly and in line with local as well as IFRS accounting standards. Based in Abidjan, the role will oversee month-end closing as well as year-end closing processes for accounting and be a primary contact for external auditors.

The successful candidate will play a central role in driving financial excellence, ensuring compliance, and delivering accurate and timely reporting to support strategic decision-making. A strong focus on governance, efficiency, and continuous improvement will be essential to thrive in this role and contribute to the financial health and overall performance of the business. Role responsibilities:

Ensuring the accuracy of the company’s accounts in line with SYSCOHADA and IFRSPreparing monthly and yearly financial statement according to legislationMaintaining the company’s fixed assets registerEnsuring correct posting of all account payables and account receivables transaction in SAP B1Correct handling of taxes and timely declaration of all taxes to authoritiesPreparation of monthly balance sheet account reconciliationsManaging the operational relationship with external auditors and prepare requested information on timeSupport on Saint-Gobain Group reporting as requestedAssist in follow-up of account receivables and preparation of cashflow statementsImplementation of Internal Control processes in line with Saint-Gobain requirementsWork on improvements of accounting processes overallMinimum requirements:

Minimum 5 years of relevant and practical experience as an AccountantFully bilingual (French and English)Strong understanding of IFRS and SYSCOHADA accounting standardsKnowledge of local taxes and regulationsCompetent and experienced in General Ledger activitiesVery strong knowledge of local statutory accounting rules and tax regulationsVery good Computer literate MS-Office mandatoryKnowledge of SAP will be an advantageHigh degree of accuracy & strong numeric skillsAbility to prioritise workload, resources, manage time and work under pressureStrong adherence and awareness of internal controlsResults oriented with the ability to meet deadlinesWe value the importance of a diverse workforce as a cornerstone of our business success.

Our primary focus in selecting the most suitable candidates for our roles is based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We wholeheartedly embrace the principle of equal opportunity in our employment processes and are committed to eliminating any unlawful discrimination in our hiring practices.