GL Accountant

Nakilat; Qatar; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime services company in Qatar is seeking an experienced General Ledger Supervisor to oversee accounting functions and ensure compliance with policies. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, along with 3-5 years of related experience, and proficiency in accounting tools such as SAP. This role focuses on supervising accounting procedures, preparing reconciliations, and interacting with auditors.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of accounting and financial principles (IFRS, GAAP).

Responsibilities

• Supervise month-end and year-end accounting procedures.
• Book accruals and maintain fixed deposit schedules.
• Prepare bank reconciliation and assist with audits.

Skills

Accounting Policies & Procedures

Financial Analysis

Audit Management

Collaboration & Team Work

Tax Strategy, Planning & Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Reports To

Head of General Accounting

Direct Reportees

None

Job Summary and Purpose

Plan, coordinate, supervise and control the efficient maintenance of the General Ledger function, while ensuring compliance with the all relevant accounting policies and procedures of the company.

Key Accountabilities

• Handle and oversee all GL related activities for QGTC and all subsidiaries companies, while ensuring compliance with the company approved related policies and procedures.
• Supervise all month-end and year-end accounting procedures including preparation of journal entries for General Ledger function.
• Monitor and control the monthly and quarterly reconciliation of accounts against respective ledgers, with follow-up and clearing of any outstanding items. Periodically review/analyze and reconcile the GL accounts to ensure accurate cost is captured, require provision is maintained and ensure subsequent accrual is reversed for actual invoiced booked.
• Book Accruals, provisions as per Company’s policy and procedure, and provide detail reconciliation of Accrued Income.
• Reconcile and accurately post applicable financial transactions related to the general ledger.
• Maintain fixed deposit schedule and pass monthly accrual entry on interest due.
• Maintain Schedule for all Accrued expenses in respective Companies.
• Provide advice and assistance on accounting related matters as needed.
• Prepare and review all bank account reconciliation, pass bank entries, check all bank accounts and ensure end balance are tally with bank statements.
• Deal with internal and external auditors and prepare audit schedules and requirements.
• Review and analyze GL Expenses and reconcile and ensure that accruals are reversed for services entries passed.
• Maintain accounting records for special accounts, organize activities and set priorities to meet agreed/provided timelines.

Generic Accountabilities

• People Management: Manage direct team and oversee their performance management, recruitment, training and development to ensure high levels of engagement and competence (in coordination with the Head of General Ledger).
• Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ): Adhere to all relevant SHEQ policies, procedures, instructions and controls so that NAKILAT provides a safe, world class, secure and environmentally responsible service to customers, the public and its own people.
• Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures: Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes and procedures so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Others: Carry out any other duties as directed by the Head of General Accounting.

Competencies

• Accounting Policies & Procedures - Practitioner
• Achievement Oriented - Intermediate
• Audit Management - Practitioner
• Collaboration & Team Work - Intermediate
• Customer Centricity - Intermediate
• Drive Vision - Intermediate
• Empower & Nurture Talent - Intermediate
• Financial Analysis - Practitioner
• Financial Risk Management - Practitioner
• General Accounting Processes - Practitioner
• Interactive Communication - Intermediate
• Professional Accounting Standards - Practitioner
• Solution Oriented - Intermediate
• Tax Strategy, Planning & Compliance - Practitioner

Interactions and Working Relations

Internal:

• Internal Auditors – to discuss compliance with international standards, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Other Departments: to discuss issues related GL Entries & Accruals etc.

External:

• Subsidiary organizations and joint venture partnerships – for accounting-related matters
• Interact with External Auditors for Audit finalization and requirements.

Qualifications, Experience and Job Skills

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or any related field.
• Experience: 3 - 5 years of related experience in a similar position, preferably in a similar industry
• Job Specific Skills: Knowledge of accounting and financial principles and tools (IFRS, GAAP etc.)
• Knowledge of SAP related modules.