Accountant

SOCAT LLC; Muscat; On-site; OMR 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCAT LLC is seeking an experienced Accountant to support the Chief Accountant and Finance Manager in implementing robust accounting processes, managing day-to-day financial operations, payroll, and payables/receivables. The role requires strong ERP and Excel skills and adherence to internal controls and industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of accounting experience in catering or FM, a B.Com or ACCA/CA inter qualification, and be comfortable coordinating with multiple

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of accounting experience, preferably in Catering or Facilities Management (FM).
• Bachelor of Commerce or Semi-Qualified Accountant (e.g., ACCA/CA inter).
• Strong proficiency in computerized accounting software and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Post daily financial transactions and maintain ledgers and books of accounts.
• Prepare daily cash and bank balance statements.
• Collect, analyze, and reconcile financial data across locations and central accounts.
• Coordinate with Operations and HR for payroll timesheets and processing.
• Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and manage vendor payments.
• Review draft invoices and manage client invoicing and aging reports.
• Follow company internal control policies and ensure QHSE alignment.

Skills

Payroll management

AP/AR

General ledger

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Education

B.Com or ACCA/CA inter

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Tally

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will assist the Chief Accountant and Finance Manager in implementing robust accounting processes, managing day-to-day financial operations, handling payroll and accounts payable/receivable, and maintaining compliance with internal controls and industry standards.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: 7 to 10 years of accounting experience, preferably within the Catering or Facilities Management (FM) industry.
• Education: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) or Semi-Qualified Accountant (e.g., ACCA/CA inter).
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in computerized accounting software, financial management systems, and MS Excel.
• Preferred Nationalities: Indian, Sri Lankan, or Filipino.

Key Responsibilities

1. Core Accounting & Financial Operations

• Post daily financial transactions and maintain accurate company ledgers and books of accounts.
• Prepare daily cash and bank balance statements.
• Collect, analyze, and reconcile financial data, source documents, and account balances across locations and central accounts.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve accounting issues in coordination with superiors.

2. Payroll & HR Coordination

• Coordinate with Operations and HR for timely timesheet collection.
• Process payroll data accurately, including regular hours, overtime, and leave.
• Handle full-and-final settlement calculations for staff on vacation or final exit.

3. Accounts Payable (AP) & Supplier Management

• Verify supplier invoices (prices, quantities) against purchase orders and issue IPAS.
• Coordinate with the Central Warehouse to resolve delivery order discrepancies.
• Prepare vendor payment cheques following statement reconciliations and proper authorization.

4. Accounts Receivable (AR) & Client Invoicing

• Review draft invoices and supporting documents from project locations against contractual terms.
• Issue final client invoices, track delivery receipts, and manage the dispatch process.
• Maintain aging reports for debtors, monitor outstanding balances, and assist in collections.

5. Internal Controls, QHSE & Compliance

• Strictly follow company internal control policies, procedures, and Group Ethic Principles.
• Identify and report any potential financial risks, operational discrepancies, or conflicts of interest.
• Ensure all finance activities align with Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) guidelines.

Skills

Hard Technical Skills

• Payroll & Timesheet Management: Processing high-volume workforce payroll, verifying site timesheets, and calculating overtime/final settlements.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable (AP/AR): Managing supplier statement reconciliations, client invoicing, contract compliance, and tracking debtors aging.
• General Ledger & Bank Reconciliation: Posting daily journal entries, managing ledger accounts, and tracking cash/bank balances.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting: Reconciling multi-site records, identifying inventory/pricing discrepancies, and analyzing financial data for accuracy.
• Internal Audit & Controls: Enforcing internal control policies, verifying payment authorizations, and mitigating financial risks.

Software & Systems Skills

• Computerized Accounting Systems: Hands‑on experience with ERP software (such as SAP, Oracle, Tally, or Microsoft Dynamics).
• Advanced MS Excel: Proficiency in spreadsheets (data analysis, formulas, pivot tables, and lookup functions) for payroll and financial tracking.