Strategic Global Accountant: GL, VAT & SOX Expert

Generac; Manama; On-site; BHD 12,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to lead day-to-day accounting and ensure accurate financial records across AP, AR, G/L and intercompany activity within a multinational context. You will coordinate month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and reporting requirements while upholding internal controls.

Key responsibilities include VAT compliance, SOX readiness, budgeting support, treasury coordination, and audit responsiveness, requiring meticulous accuracy and proactive

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent).
• 5–10 years' experience in Accounting/Finance, preferably in a multinational.
• Strong knowledge of AP, AR, G/L and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Experience with month-end closing, VAT/tax compliance and audit support.
• Experience with internal controls and SOX compliance preferred.
• Excellent Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (Oracle).
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Proactive, dependable and able to work across Finance functions.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and maintain complete accurate and timely financial records.
• Oversee Accounts Payable including supplier invoices, payments, reconciliations and queries.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable including customer statements, allocations and follow-up of payments.
• Maintain the general ledger and record financial transactions, including intercompany entries.
• Coordinate month-end closing activities, journals, reconciliations and reporting.
• Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform intercompany balance reporting and resolve differences.
• Process online banking payments and support treasury activities.
• Support banking requirements including bank guarantees and LC documentation.
• Support budgeting and forecasting with supporting schedules and analysis.
• Perform SOX controls self-assessments and related activities.
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns and support local tax compliance.
• Manage employee travel expenses and reports per policy.
• Support credit limits and credit insurance requirements where needed.
• Perform audits support by preparing schedules and coordinating responses.
• Maintain organized finance records and provide ad hoc reporting.
• Provide admin support to the Finance function and wider business as required.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

General ledger

Month-end close

VAT compliance

SOX compliance

Microsoft Excel

Oracle ERP

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

English proficiency

Education

University degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Generac is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to lead day-to-day accounting and ensure accurate financial records across AP, AR, G/L and intercompany activity within a multinational context. You will coordinate month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and reporting requirements while upholding internal controls.

Key responsibilities include VAT compliance, SOX readiness, budgeting support, treasury coordination, and audit responsiveness, requiring meticulous accuracy and proactive