Doha Finance Controller for Interior Fit-Out & Events

Sunlightintex; Qatar; Sur place; QAR 180 000 - 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sunlightintex in Doha, Qatar is seeking an experienced Finance Controller to oversee financial operations for an interior fit-out, event and exhibition company. The role covers project finance, budgeting, cost control, cash flow management, accounting and compliance across multiple projects.

You will work closely with project managers and leadership to ensure accurate project costing, profitability, and timely financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• ACCA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Finance Controller or Finance Manager.
• At least 2 years in construction, interior fit-out, or event and exhibition operations.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting, job costing, VAT in Bahrain, and contract management.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, Tally, or Xero.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage financial responsibilities under tight event deadlines.

Responsabilités

• Oversee project finance budgets, cost estimates, and cash flow forecasts for fit-out tenders.
• Track job costing for materials, labour, subcontractors, variations, and claims.
• Review WIP reports, project profitability, and cost-to-complete estimates for each site.
• Approve site purchase orders and ensure procurement activities remain within approved budgets.
• Manage progress billing, retention amounts, and client and subcontractor payments.
• Prepare event budgets and costing sheets; monitor rental income, booth sales, sponsorship revenue and vendor costs.
• Manage payment deadlines, deposits, final payments, and on-site cash handling.
• Reconcile event profit and loss within seven days of event completion.
• Control inventory of rental items, graphics, and other assets.
• Oversee full-cycle accounting, including accounts receivable/payable, payroll, and VAT.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analyses, and board reports.
• Manage cash flow and working capital across projects and events.
• Ensure compliance with Bahrain VAT, LMRA, GOSI, and company policies.
• Liaise with auditors and banks, including credit facilities and bank guarantees.
• Implement and improve ERP/accounting systems and internal controls.

Connaissances

Advanced Excel skills

Project accounting knowledge

ERP/accounting systems experience

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA or CPA qualification

Outils

SAP

Oracle

Tally

Xero

Description du poste

Sunlightintex in Doha, Qatar is seeking an experienced Finance Controller to oversee financial operations for an interior fit-out, event and exhibition company. The role covers project finance, budgeting, cost control, cash flow management, accounting and compliance across multiple projects.

You will work closely with project managers and leadership to ensure accurate project costing, profitability, and timely financial reporting.