Senior Accountant - Suppliers H/F - Rabat

Company :

Born from the desire to meet the economic, political, and social challenges of Morocco and Africa, the International University of Rabat (UIR) is the first public university with private management under contract with the Moroccan State. Founded in 2010, it has become from its early years of existence a model of an innovative establishment conforming to the best international standards in higher education and research.

With over 8500 students and continuing education participants, UIR offers a multidisciplinary training program covering engineering, architecture, health sciences, humanities and social sciences, management, etc. In terms of continuing education, UIR supports public and private institutions in strengthening their teams' capacities with diverse executive master's programs, bachelor's degrees, and certificates covering sectoral strategies driven by Morocco.

Research and innovation also constitute a major focus of the University's strategy, expressed through academic publications, applied research, and an active R&D policy with nearly 540 patents filed, including 100 internationally, ranking it as the 1st university in Morocco and Africa in terms of patent filings (source OMPIC).

Young, dynamic, and civic-minded, our university, which benefits from growing attractiveness and recognized innovation capacity, is today launching an ambitious development program to reach 41,000 students by 2040.

Discover the testimony of Widad Laoufir, Human Capital Director at UIR in Challenge Maroc magazine by clicking here: https://bit.ly/4cZganL

Company culture :

Université Internationale de Rabat (UIR) operates within a strongly performance-driven and competitive culture, where ambition, academic excellence and institutional reputation are key success drivers. This environment is reinforced by a significant innovation dimension, promoting research, experimentation and the development of high-impact projects. The culture is further supported by a collaborative approach, encouraging team engagement, knowledge sharing and close leadership. To a lesser extent, structured processes help ensure operational efficiency and reliability across academic and administrative activities.

Job :

1. Accounting and monitoring of supplier files

• Check tax compliance, reconcile (PO / Delivery Note / Invoice) and book invoices in the software.
• Manage the validation process (BAP), prepare payments and handle supplier disputes.

2. Production and monitoring of investments on Sage IMMO - Accounting part

• Create and update asset files in Sage IMMO and account for depreciation charges.
• Participate in the annual physical inventory of the campus and process discrepancies and asset disposals.

3. Ensure the interface between Purchasing-Accounting (Expenses)

• Reconcile purchasing commitments with actual accounting expenses monthly.
• Check the integration of Purchasing IT / Accounting flows and correct analytical accounting errors.

4. Ensure the monitoring of markets, contractual subscriptions and unbilled expenses

• Monitor the financial execution of recurring contracts, market agreements, and guarantee retainers.
• Estimate and account for unbilled expenses and prepaid expenses.

5. Analysis and reconciliation of Supplier accounts

• Systematically reconcile third-party accounts, clear advances/down payments and conduct circularizations.
• Analyze the aged balance and resolve abnormal or disputed balances.

6. Participation in closing work and production of summary statements

• Prepare the revision files for the supplier/fixed asset cycle for auditors and statutory auditors.
• Participate in the preparation of tax returns (depreciation, VAT deductions, withholding taxes).

7. Financial Reporting - Supplier part

• Prepare periodic dashboards (aged balance, unbilled expenses, compliance with legal payment terms).
• Provide the treasury department with reliable forecasts of supplier payments.

8. Provide interim cover for other accountants

• Substitute for members of the CFO department on current operations (banking, expense reports, invoicing).
• Ensure business continuity and compliance with financial deadlines for the department.

Required profile :

Profile sought:

• Master's degree (Master CCA, Corporate Finance, Management Control, or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Confirmed proficiency in Sage 1000 (Accounting & Fixed Assets) and advanced Excel skills.
• Proficiency in Moroccan GAAP, Moroccan tax law (VAT, withholding tax), and regulations on payment terms.

Required skills:
Behavioral skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively and present a professional image.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Sense of responsibility and respect for confidentiality.
• Organization and ability to manage priorities.

Technical skills:

• Management skills.
• Proficiency in IT tools and office suite.
• Excellent command of the French language.
• Proficiency in accounting software, preferably SAGE 1000.

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Desired personality traits :

Conventional Respect of the rules Need for objectivity Rationalism Organization