Administration & Accounting Manager - Casablanca

About the role

Ariston Group is looking for an Administration & Accounting professional to lead and oversee all accounting, finance and controlling activities of its Moroccan subsidiary in Casablanca. The role ensures accurate and timely financial reporting under both Local GAAP and IFRS, and acts as a key business partner to the Managing Director and the Board of Directors.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and oversee accounting, finance and controlling activities, and manage financial closing, balance sheet reviews, reconciliations and external reporting
• Ensure accurate monthly, statutory and group financial reporting under IFRS and Local GAAP
• Oversee direct and indirect tax compliance, reporting and filings
• Maintain internal control systems and manage treasury, banking relationships, cash flow, liquidity and financial forecasting
• Manage budgeting, management reporting and performance analysis, and monitor financial and operational KPIs
• Supervise accounts receivable, credit control, customer invoicing and vendor administration
• Act as a strategic business partner to the Managing Director and Board, and guide strategic planning and investment decisions
• Represent the company with auditors, banks and regulators, and coordinate with local authorities and headquarters on legal and corporate matters

Required profile

• Master's degree in accounting (MBA in Accounting, Business or Financial Management is a plus)
• Chartered Accountant qualification
• Minimum 10 years of experience in finance/accounting in a multinational environment, with a background in accounting, reporting, tax, credit control, budgeting and controlling; previous Big 4 or comparable consulting experience is a plus
• Fluent in Arabic and English

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• SAP (ECC/S4HANA), SAP BI and Oracle HFM knowledge is a plus
• Analytical, problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills