Sales and Marketing Executive

Auditing Firm; Doha; On-site; QAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Account Executive / Accountant to join their Finance Department. This role offers the opportunity to maintain financial integrity while managing a variety of tasks, from preparing financial records to ensuring compliance with regulations. You will play a critical role in supporting budget preparations and financial analysis, all within a collaborative environment that values attention to detail and accuracy. If you are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to an academic institution's financial operations, this position could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or financial management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and generate reports.
• Process invoices and manage tuition fee collections.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Financial Reporting Standards

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA)

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Account Executive / Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and supporting the Finance Department's operations. The role requires a proactive individual who can manage multiple tasks efficiently, work collaboratively, and uphold the financial integrity of Oryx Universal College.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Records and Reporting:
   • Prepare and maintain accurate financial records including journals, ledgers and reconciliations.
   • Generate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
   • Support budget preparation and monitor expenditure against approved budgets.
2. Accounts Payable and Receivable:
   • Process invoices, payments and receipts in a timely manner.
   • Manage tuition fee collection including payment plans and follow-ups on overdue accounts.
3. Compliance and Auditing:
   • Ensure compliance with local financial regulations and organisational policies.
   • Assist in the preparation of documents for internal and external audits.
4. Financial Analysis:
   • Analyse financial data to provide insights and recommendations for decision-making.
   • Assist in cost analysis and financial forecasting.
5. Other Duties:
   • Support the Chief Accountant with ad hoc tasks and special projects.
   • Collaborate with other departments to provide financial advice and resolve queries.

Requirements

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. A professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or CPA is highly desirable.
2. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial management, preferably in an academic or higher education setting.
3. Language Skills: Fluent in English both written and verbal. Fluency in Arabic is an added advantage.
4. Skills:
   • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
   • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, Xero or similar).
   • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
   • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
   • Strong organisational and time management abilities.
   • Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

Key Skills

Account Payable, Invoicing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Reconciliation, Data Entry, Compliance, Vendor Management, Journal Entries, General Ledger Accounting, Microsoft Excel, Expense Reports, QuickBooks Software, Reconciling, ACCA, Bookkeeping