Finance and Accounts

Apply on the Job Website; Manama; On-site; BHD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Apply on the Job Website is seeking an experienced accounting professional to support the Head Office Accounts and Finance Department. The role covers regional transaction management, daily book-keeping, and ensuring timely closings.

You will handle VAT calculations, tax returns, audits support, and bank reconciliations while maintaining accurate financial reporting. Strong Excel skills and fluent English are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master's degree is a plus.
• 2-5 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Head Office Accounts and Finance Department.
• Manage all accounting transactions in the region.
• Manage book keeping; office inventory, petty cash and proper daily closing.
• Coordinate approvals of Payments and Expense Requests.
• Process transactions and update ledgers, budgets, etc.
• Responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual closings.
• Assist with audits, fact checks, and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Compute tax returns, fixed assets, and ledger data for monthly closure.
• Prepare VAT calculations and file VAT Returns.
• File Customs Duties, Municipal Taxes, Social Insurance, etc. after approvals.
• Prepare general ledger and closing reports with detailed transaction data.
• Issue invoices to customers and follow up receivables.
• Reconcile bank transactions and prepare financial reports.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Advanced Excel

Accounting knowledge

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree (plus)

Tools

Accounting software

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Provide support to the Head Office Accounts and Finance Department.

Manage all accounting transactions in the region.

Manage book keeping; office inventory, petty cash and ensure proper closing on a daily basis.

Coordinating for approvals of Payments and Expense Requests.

Process transactions and updating ledgers, budgets, etc.

Responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual closings.

Assist with audits, fact checks, and resolve discrepancies.

Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.

Facilitate a swift monthly closure by computing essential factors like tax returns, fixed assets, and ledger data.

Responsible for the calculation and preparation of the periodic VAT and filing of VAT Returns.

Responsible for filing of Customs Duties, Municipal Taxes, Social Insurance, etc. after obtaining approval from Head of Accounts, Head Office.

Formulate general ledger and closing reports by imputing in-depth details of the firm's transactions.

Responsible for the issue invoices to customers.

Responsible for receivables follow ups.

Reconcile bank transactions.

Prepare financial reports.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus.

Minimum of 2-5 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles.

Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly.

High level of integrity, attention to detail, and organizational skills.

Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in other languages may be beneficial.