Accountant

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, and support the Finance Department in financial reporting, reconciliations, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records and financial transactions.
• Handle daily accounting entries, including sales, purchases, receipts, payments, and journal entries.
• Prepare and maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
• Perform regular bank, supplier, customer, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly closing schedules and assist with monthly and annual financial closing.
• Prepare invoices, payment vouchers, receipts, and other financial documents.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and payables and follow up on pending balances.
• Assist in preparation of monthly management reports, financial statements, and accounting schedules.
• Verify invoices and supporting documents before processing payments.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of financial records.
• Assist with payroll-related accounting and reconciliation where required.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and expense monitoring activities.
• Monitor expenses and identify discrepancies or unusual transactions.
• Coordinate with internal departments, suppliers, customers, banks, and auditors when required.
• Assist with VAT and other statutory financial requirements in accordance with applicable Qatar regulations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documents and financial information.
• Ensure accounting procedures comply with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and employee information.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in Qatar or the GCC.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounting/ERP software; knowledge of Oracle, SAP, Tally, or similar systems is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Strong reconciliation and analytical skills.
• Good understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliation.
• Knowledge of Qatar VAT/tax and statutory requirements is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Financial reporting
• General Ledger
• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Bank Reconciliation
• Payroll Accounting
• Budgeting & Cost Control
• VAT/Tax Compliance
• Audit Coordination
• ERP/Accounting Systems
• Advanced MS Excel

Key Competencies

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Time management
• Problem-solving
• Organization and record keeping
• Teamwork and communication
• Ability to work under pressure