Senior Accountant

Lobo Management; Muscat; On-site; OMR 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing FMCG company in Muscat is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee financial operations, ensure compliance, and support management in financial decisions. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of accounting experience, particularly in the FMCG sector, and a degree in Accounting or Finance. Strong skills in cost management and inventory accounting are essential. This position offers a chance to contribute significantly to the financial health of the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in the FMCG industry.
• Proven experience in accounts finalization, inventory accounting, and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full spectrum of accounting activities up to finalization of accounts.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Handle month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory movements.
• Assist in statutory audits and ensure compliance.

Skills

Cost management

Inventory accounting

Financial controls

Variance analysis

Budgets and forecasting

Education

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

Job description

Our client, a growing FMCG company is seeking to hire a Senior Accountant to join their team in Muscat.

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in managing the financial operations of the company, ensuring accurate accounting, compliance, and timely reporting up to finalization. The role involves overseeing daily accounting functions, month-end and year-end closing activities, and supporting management in strategic financial decisions.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in the FMCG industry, with an in-depth understanding of cost management, inventory accounting, and financial controls.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Reporting

• Manage the full spectrum of accounting activities up to finalization of accounts.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Handle month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations, adjustments, and provisions.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all general ledger accounts.

FMCG-Specific Functions

• Monitor and reconcile inventory movements, costing, and variances in coordination with supply chain and warehouse teams.
• Support cost accounting, product pricing analysis, and margin reporting.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls for FMCG operations, including stock counts and expense allocations.

Compliance & Audit

• Assist in statutory audits, internal audits, and tax filings.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and local regulations.
• Prepare supporting documentation and schedules for external auditors.

Financial Analysis & Support

• Support the Finance Manager and CFO with management reports, variance analysis, and performance tracking.
• Participate in budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Recommend process improvements for better accuracy, efficiency, and cost control.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA / CFA / CA preferred).
• Minimum 5–8 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in the FMCG industry.
• Proven experience in accounts finalization, inventory accounting, and cost analysis.

Candidates meeting the above criteria are requested to apply at the earliest.