Senior General Accountant

Summary

We are looking for a Senior General 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.