Accountant

Summary: We are looking for an Accountant with a minimum of 5 years of relevant General Accounting experience to oversee and support day‑to‑day accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, month‑end and year‑end closing activities, and audit requirements. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and the ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with internal departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ledgers, and accounting documentation.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, provisions, and adjustments.
• Lead and support month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end closing activities.
• Manage and review Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions.
• Perform and review bank, balance sheet, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow, expenses, and financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and assist with monthly financial statements, management reports, and financial analysis.
• Monitor departmental expenses and support budgeting, forecasting, and cost‑control activities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and applicable statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments to resolve accounting discrepancies and finance‑related matters.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required schedules, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Identify accounting discrepancies, investigate variances, and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Contribute to improving accounting processes, controls, and reporting procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff where required.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in General Accounting, preferably in a structured corporate environment in Qatar.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month‑end closing procedures.
• Experience handling AP, AR, GL, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Native‑level Arabic and English proficiency is required.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Candidates currently based in Qatar are required.

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