Accounting Trainee

KFM; الهملة; Hybrid; BHD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Bahrain is seeking an Accounting Trainee to support its bookkeeping and accounting practices. This role offers a competitive compensation package, flexible working hours, and the opportunity to work remotely. Ideal candidates are proactive and have a strong background in accounting principles. Join now to contribute to a high-performing team and enhance your accounting expertise.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Flexible Hours

Work from Anywhere

Fun Team Events

Creative Vibes

Qualifications

• Familiarity with accounting software is an advantage but not required.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Professional certifications such as ACCA, CPA, CA are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate quotations, payment receipts, and Statements of Account.
• Verify and post petty cash and employee reimbursement transactions.
• Reconcile supplier, bank, credit card, and petty cash accounts.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Eagerness to Learn

Numerical Proficiency

Strong Organizational Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Google Sheets

QuickBooks

Xero

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Accounting Trainee

Location: Seef District, Kingdom of Bahrain

Purpose

An Accounting Trainee plays a crucial role in Accounting and bookkeeping practices of the company. You will play a crucial role in building a high-performing team that drives our company's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate quotations, payment receipts, and Statements of Account (SOA) for the business development team upon request.
• Verify and post petty cash and employee reimbursement transactions.
• Reconcile supplier, bank, credit card, and petty cash accounts.
• Verify and record client payments, updating the status of open quotations.
• Create recurring invoices and new customer profiles in the Accounting System.
• Process payments, including verification, upload sheet creation, and individual payment requests.
• Verify and post supplier invoices, utility bills and other expense invoices in the Accounting System.
• Verify credit card statements, confirm payments, categorize transactions, prepare payment documents and postings to the accounting system.

Key Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Familiarity with accounting software (like QuickBooks, Xero, or SAP) is an advantage but not required.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace tools, specially Google Sheets (or MS Excel) e.g., Google Drive, File Management, spreadsheet formulas, pivot tables etc.
• Excellent numerical skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive and eager-to-learn attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Maintaining high ethical standards and confidentiality in Accounting practices.
• Professional certifications or pursuing candidates in Accounting such as ACCA, CPA, CA, are a plus.

Key Attributes

• Attention to Detail
• Eagerness to Learn
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Critical-Thinker and Problem-Solver
• Numerical Proficiency
• Proactive Attitude
• Confidential and Trustworthy

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation Package: Get rewarded with a salary that reflects your talent and drive.
• Flexible Hours: Enjoy the freedom to work in a way that suits you best.
• Work from Anywhere: Unleash your potential with the option to work remotely up to 2 days per week.
• Fun Team Events: Dive into monthly team-building activities and social events that bring out your competitive spirit.
• Creative Vibes: Join a vibrant and innovative environment where your creativity flourishes and your voice is heard.

A Look At Our Hiring Process

• Phone Interview
• Assessment
• First Interview
• Second Interview

If you\'re ready to take your Accounting expertise to the next level and be part of an exciting team, apply now!