Chief Accountant

Al Mashaan General Trading & Gen Contracting for Buildings; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Mashaan General Trading & Gen Contracting for Buildings seeks an experienced Finance Manager to lead the accounting function in Kuwait City. You will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance across local and international standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 10+ years in accounting with managerial responsibilities, and proven leadership to mentor junior staff while delivering strategic financial insights for executive decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of accounting experience with a focus on managerial roles.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes
• Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards
• Monitor and analyze financial performance metrics
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Coordinate audits and liaise with external auditors
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures
• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff
• Provide financial insights for management decision-making
• Stay updated on financial regulations and trends

Skills

10+ years of accounting experience

Strong leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting
• Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial statements
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes
• Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards
• Monitor and analyze financial performance metrics
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Coordinate audits and liaise with external auditors
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures
• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff
• Provide financial insights for management decision-making
• Stay updated on financial regulations and trends

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 10+ years of accounting experience, with a focus on managerial roles
• Strong leadership and interpersonal abilities