Head Accountant & IFRS Lead (Doha)

Value Commercial Company; Lusail; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Value Commercial Company in Doha, Qatar is seeking an experienced Head Accountant to lead the accounting, financial, and payroll operations. The role focuses on accuracy, compliance with Qatari regulations, and strong internal controls.

You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and audits, ensuring timely financial reporting and profitability across projects. Fluency in Arabic is noted, with extensive IFRS and WPS experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 8+ years of relevant experience, preferably in Qatar.
• Strong knowledge of payroll, WPS, taxation, budgeting, audit, IFRS.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and Excel.
• Real estate, construction, or trading experience is preferred.
• CPA, ACCA, CMA, or CIMA is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Oversee AP, AR, GL, and bank reconciliations.
• Manage payroll processing and WPS salary transfers.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing.
• Ensure compliance with Qatar tax regulations.
• Coordinate external audits and tax requirements.
• Monitor project costs, expenses, and profitability.
• Maintain strong internal financial controls.

Skills

Payroll & WPS

IFRS knowledge

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Real estate/construction/trading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Excel

Job description

Value Commercial Company in Doha, Qatar is seeking an experienced Head Accountant to lead the accounting, financial, and payroll operations. The role focuses on accuracy, compliance with Qatari regulations, and strong internal controls.

You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and audits, ensuring timely financial reporting and profitability across projects. Fluency in Arabic is noted, with extensive IFRS and WPS experience preferred.