About CGG

CGG (www.cgg.com) is a global geoscience technology leader. Employing around 3,700 people worldwide, CGG provides a comprehensive range of data, products, services and solutions that support our clients to more efficiently and responsibly solve complex natural resource, environmental and infrastructure challenges. CGG is listed on the Euronext Paris SA (ISIN: 0013181864).

PRIMARY PURPOSE AND OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB

·    Within the frame of the Egypt Center, the local support admin/accounting assistant is notably in charge of:

o   Administrative tasks in accordance with local compliance

o   Atlas follow up (Geoscience project tools)

·    Within the Accounting Department: book in accounting system local supplier invoices, salaries, travel expenses, preparation of electronic client invoices after getting registration on the electronic invoicing system of TAX.

·    Within GAAP and CGG’s accounting framework, ensure timely and accurate reporting of the Branch financial transactions.

TYPICAL DIMENSIONS OF THE JOB

·        Site administration daily assistance for 6 permanent employees + few sub-contracted personnel.

·        About 10 local supplier invoices per Month

About 45 entries per Month

OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT

·        In producing the Financial Statements, the Branch relies heavily with the Head Office Finance for various ledger accounts controlled by it.

·        Ensure the daily support to technical employees’ production.

·        Ensure the current local booking through cash accounting process

·        Ensure the explanation of account and reporting on time

MAIN ACTIVITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

·    For the local support:

o   General Authority for Investment & Free Zones (GAFI).

o   Free Zones Customs compliances.

o   DHL Courier Export and Import compliances. 

o   Transports and hotels management for visitors

o   The Ministry of Manpower compliances.

o   Labor Office compliances.

o   Salary Tax compliances.

o   Social Insurance / Security compliances.

o   Commercial Registration office compliances

o   Administrate sub-contractors and local providers (contract, invoicing, etc.)

o   Support staff in charge for HSE related matters.

o   Secure documents proper filing.

o   Atlas follow up: Update invoices in Atlas, remind staff to enter Geodays.     

·    For the accounting support:

o   Book in accounting system:

o   Salaries, benefits

o   Travel expenses

o   Local supplier invoices: (facilities, vehicles, computers; rentals, fees, insurances…)

o   Banks entries/ Petty cash

o   Preparation of client invoices

o   Preparation of local supplier payments

o   Monthly bank reconciliation sent to accounting dept. located in Massy (France)

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

1)      Guarantee timely recording and approval of supplier invoices

2)      Guarantee that payment to local suppliers is as per signed contracts/purchase orders

3)      Guarantee accurate and timely financial reporting that adheres to GAAP.

4)      Preparation for the Financial Statements and assisting the external auditors to conduct their annual audit.

5)      Preparation for the Tax Inspection and assisting the Tax Advisors to conduct the salary tax audit.

 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to the above:

(1)    No fraud

(2)    No delays

(3)    No major errors

(4)    Satisfaction of the Accountants

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & KEY COMPENTENCIES REQUIRED FOR THE JOB

·        2-6 years relevant experience

·        Good level of English

·        Proven experience in cash accounting

·        Ability to communicate with others in an intercultural environment

·        Trusted, reliable and organized person

·        Flexible, agile and ready to work on sorting out unexpected problematics

·        Systems: Word, Excel, Knowledge of Oracle

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