Sr. Accountant

Alghanim Industries; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 25,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their dynamic Accounting Team. In this pivotal role, you will support all aspects of accounting and controls, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations. You will be responsible for reviewing current systems, designing internal controls, and coordinating with the Finance team for comprehensive analysis. If you possess a strong accounting background and thrive in a multinational environment, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact while advancing your career in a supportive and collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as an Accountant or Senior Accountant.
• Good knowledge of accounting and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Review systems and support internal controls to protect company assets.
• Handle accounting, compliance, and audit of smaller legal entities.

Skills

Accounting Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Commerce

Tools

MS Office

ERP Systems

Job description

Job description: Job Summary

The Senior Accountant is a critical part of the Accounting Team and will support all aspects of the accounting and controls functions.

Job Responsibilities

1. Review current systems, assess risks and controls related to processes, and support in designing appropriate internal controls to protect company assets.
2. Handle independently accounting, compliance, and audit of smaller legal entities.
3. Coordinate and support Finance with information and analysis.
4. Keep abreast of regulatory changes and coordinate with Legal team and Ministry on compliance with local laws.
5. Ledger scrutiny and timely reconciliation of accounts.

Candidate Requirements

1. Must have graduated in Accounting/Commerce and display good relevant accounting knowledge.
2. A minimum of 4 years of experience working as an Accountant or Senior Accountant, preferably in a multinational environment.
3. Sound knowledge of accounting and internal controls.
4. Analytical mindset with good problem-solving and presentation skills.
5. Proficiency in MS Office with hands-on knowledge of ERP systems.
6. Strong team orientation.
7. Strong communication skills in English; knowledge of Arabic will be an advantage.