Accountant

Generac; Jeblat Hebshi; On-site; BHD 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac in Manama, Bahrain, seeks an experienced Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting and finance operations, including AP, AR, GL, and month-end close. The role requires proactive finance professionals with multinational exposure and strong accounting fundamentals.

The successful candidate will support audit, compliance, budgeting and treasury activities, maintain accurate records, and collaborate across Group functions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent).
• 5-10 years' experience in a similar Accounting/Finance role, preferably within a multinational company.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, including AP/AR, GL and reconciliations.
• Experience with month-end closing, VAT/tax compliance and audit support.
• Internal controls and SOX compliance experience is preferred.
• Excellent Excel skills and experience with Oracle ERP.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and maintain complete, accurate and timely financial records.
• Manage Accounts Payable: supplier invoices, payments, reconciliations and queries.
• Manage Accounts Receivable: customer statements, receipts, reconciliations and follow-up of payments.
• Maintain the general ledger and record financial transactions accurately.
• Coordinate month-end closing: journals, reconciliations and reporting.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Perform intercompany balance reporting and reconciliation with Group entities.
• Process online banking payments and support treasury activities.
• Support banking requirements including bank guarantees and LCs.
• Assist budgeting and forecasting with schedules and analysis.
• Perform SOX controls and audit readiness activities.
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns and tax compliance support.
• Manage travel expenses and policy compliance.
• Support customer credit limits and credit insurance processes.
• Conduct third-party and customer screening and other compliance checks.
• Assist internal, external and Group audits with schedules and documentation.

Skills

Accounting

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

General Ledger

SOX Compliance

VAT Compliance

Budgeting & Forecasting

ERP (Oracle)

Excel Advanced

Audit Support

Education

University degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Oracle ERP

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting and finance operations of the business, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, banking, reconciliations, month-end closing, expense management, audit support and compliance-related activities. We are looking for a hands-on, reliable, and commercially minded finance professional with strong accounting fundamentals and a proactive, solution-oriented approach. The successful candidate will take ownership of core accounting activities, support reporting, compliance, audit and treasury processes, and collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and Group functions. This role is ideal for an organised and analytical professional who is comfortable managing a broad range of accounting responsibilities within a dynamic multinational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and maintain complete, accurate and timely financial records.
• Manage the Accounts Payable function, including supplier invoice processing, preparation of payments, supplier reconciliations and resolution of supplier queries.
• Manage and support the Accounts Receivable function, including customer statements, receipt allocation, account reconciliations and follow-up of outstanding customer payments.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions, including invoices, payments, receipts, expenses, journals and intercompany transactions.
• Manage and coordinate month-end closing activities, including preparation and review of journals, reconciliations, balance sheet schedules and financial reporting requirements.
• Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Perform intercompany balance reporting and reconciliations with Group entities and coordinate the resolution of differences.
• Process online banking payments, manage incoming customer receipts and support day-to-day treasury activities.
• Support banking requirements, including bank guarantees, Letters of Credit and related documentation, where applicable.
• Support and coordinate the annual budgeting and forecasting process, including preparation of supporting schedules and analysis.
• Perform SOX controls, self-assessments and related control activities, ensuring compliance with internal control requirements and audit readiness.
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns and support other local statutory and tax compliance requirements.
• Manage employee travel expenses and expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and appropriate supporting documentation.
• Support the application and monitoring of customer credit limits and credit insurance requirements, including requesting new or increased cover where required.
• Perform third-party and customer screening and other compliance checks where required.
• Support internal, external and Group audits by preparing schedules, reports and supporting documentation and coordinating responses to audit queries.
• Maintain accurate and organised finance records and documentation in accordance with company and statutory requirements.
• Provide administrative support to the Finance function and assist the wider business with ad hoc finance and reporting activities as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent).
• 5-10 years' experience in a similar Accounting/Finance role, preferably within a multinational company.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Practical experience with month-end closing, VAT/tax compliance and audit support.
• Experience with internal controls and SOX compliance is strongly preferred.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with ERP systems (preferably Oracle).
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, dependable and comfortable working across different areas of the Finance function.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Place of Work

• Manama, Bahrain