Accountant

Trafalgar Luxury Group; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 7,000 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

Trafalgar Luxury Group is seeking an Accountant to perform accounting duties including recording, reporting and analysis of financial data in Kuwait City.

The role requires 3–5 years of professional accounting experience, proficiency in MS Office, and fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plus. The incumbent will ensure compliance with regulations and support budgeting and reporting processes.

Qualifications

• College or university degree in accounting.
• Three to five years of work experience in professional accounting.
• F&B business background preferable.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and e-mail/internet.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting and control.
• Familiarity with government and financial regulations.
• Fluency in English is a must; Arabic is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Prepares journal entries and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts.
• Analyzes and reconciles expenditure/revenues and designated accounts.
• Monitors designated accounts and expenditures in the company’s accounting system.
• Calculates and prepares reimbursement billings; tracks payables/receivables.
• Prepares monthly invoices and statements as needed.
• Communicates with designated parties regarding payment issues.
• Adheres to mandated financial regulations and norms.
• Maintains a safe and compliant work environment per policies.
• Implements related organizational policies and procedures.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Education

College or University Graduate – Accounting

Technical Training Certificates / licenses

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

An Accountant has to perform the designated duties in accounts in collecting, analyzing, recording and reporting the financial data as per the financial, operational, QHSE norms, and standards

Key Responsibility :

Management:

• Endeavor to develop and succeed in maintaining an appropriate company image that strives towards excellence in satisfying customers
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Technical:

• Prepares journal entries and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts
• Analyzes and reconciles expenditure/revenues and designated accounts
• Monitors designated accounts and expenditures, ensuring data is recorded in the company’s financial accounting system
• Calculates and prepares reimbursement billings and tracks payables/receivables
• Prepare monthly invoices and statements as needed
• Communicate with designated parties regarding payment issues

Policy and Procedure:

• Adheres fully to the mandated financial regulations and norms
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by performing within organizational standards and adhering to legal regulations
• Implementation of all related organizational policies and procedures
• Implementation of all related rules and regulations
• Ensure commitment to all QHSE regulations and procedures as per management requirements
• Ensure that all company assets are maintained and used properly avoiding any damage or misuse

Reporting:

Provides written or verbal reports in the appropriate medium and context

A. Education

• College or University Graduate – Accounting
• Technical Training Certificates / licenses

B. Professional Experience

• At least three (3) to five (5) years of work experience in professional accounting
• F&B business background preferable
• Proficiency in MS Office packages such as Word and Excel, PowerPoint Presentation; e-mail and internet, accounting principles, data research and interpretation.
• Knowledge of accounting, budget formulation and control
• Familiarity with related government and financial regulations
• Proficiency in English languages is a must
• Proficiency in Arabic is preferable
• Physically and mentally fit for the job

D. Required Licenses/Certifications

• Preferable accredited licensing and certification in accounting
• Preferable member of the Syndicate or Chamber of Accountants