Senior Accountant: Lead GL, IFRS & Consolidations

CALO; Manama; On-site; BHD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CALO in Manama is seeking a Senior Accountant – GL to own the general ledger and lead multi-entity month-end processes. This on-site role requires strong IFRS/GAAP knowledge, consolidation experience, and excellent Excel/ERP skills.

The position focuses on accurate financial reporting, internal controls, and collaboration with auditors and cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes while supporting business growth across markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/CA/CMA or equivalent) highly preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience including General Ledger and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes.
• Experience with consolidation reporting and IFRS/GAAP compliance.
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the General Ledger, ensuring journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations are accurate and timely.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing across multiple entities.
• Prepare consolidated financial reports and support monthly/quarterly/annual statements.
• Ensure IFRS/GAAP compliance and internal controls.
• Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, cash management, and bank reconciliations.
• Coordinate consolidation reporting across the group.
• Investigate complex accounting issues and support audit processes.
• Collaborate with Finance and cross-functional teams to improve processes and controls.
• Identify automation opportunities to enhance finance efficiency.

Skills

General Ledger

IFRS knowledge

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Ownership & accountability

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/CA/CMA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CALO in Manama is seeking a Senior Accountant – GL to own the general ledger and lead multi-entity month-end processes. This on-site role requires strong IFRS/GAAP knowledge, consolidation experience, and excellent Excel/ERP skills.

The position focuses on accurate financial reporting, internal controls, and collaboration with auditors and cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes while supporting business growth across markets.