Senior Accountant

Americana Restaurants; Doha; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Doha is seeking a Senior Accountant responsible for accurate financial reporting, managing accounting operations, and ensuring compliance with IFRS standards. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Accounting or Finance, 5-7 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to process improvements across teams.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Prior experience in the F&B industry is an advantage.
• Knowledge of IFRS 16 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform GL and RTR activities including month-end closings.
• Manage full cycle Accounts Receivables and Payables.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS accounting standards.
• Implement internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Support external audits and resolve reconciling items.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional certification (ACCA, CA, CPA)

Tools

Oracle Fusion

SAP

Advanced Excel

Job description

Job Purpose

The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with IFRS standards, and effective management of accounting operations, including general ledger, receivables, payables, fixed assets, and costing activities. The role supports business decision-making by managing the costing and inventory systems, safeguarding financial integrity, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

1. General Accounting and Reporting

• Perform General Ledger (GL) and Record-to-Report (RTR) activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closings.
• Prepare periodic financial reports and ad hoc analyses for management.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS accounting standards and company policies.

2. Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Review and manage full cycle Accounts Receivables to monitor reconciliation with banks, aggregators and collaboration internal HD team.
• Review and manage full cycle Accounts payable.
• Manage Lease related payments, required working knowledge of IFRS16 and promptly resolving discrepancies or issues.
• Collaborate with the real estate team and relevant stakeholders to ensure rental expenses, payments, and financial transparency.
• Manage CWIP capitalization and maintain Fixed Assets register.

3. Bank and Cash Management

• Manage banking relations and required documentation to support central treasury team.
• Arrange Bank Guarantee and collaborate with banking partners to ensure compliance with financial policies.

4. Inventory and Internal Controls

• Perform restaurant/warehouse inventory counts.
• Implement and maintain internal controls and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.

5. Stakeholder Collaboration and Process Improvements

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special projects and process enhancements.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to streamline financial workflows and improve operational efficiency.

6. Compliance and Audits

• Support external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Ensure reconciliation of inter-company accounts and resolve reconciling items.

7. Additional Duties

• Perform accounting analyses and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Undertake ad hoc projects and any other responsibilities assigned by management.
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality for sensitive information.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Education & Certifications:

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance or relevant professional certification Finalist (e.g., ACCA, CA, CPA) preferred.
• Knowledge of IFRS 16 is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Prior experience in the F&B industry is an advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in ERP systems such as Oracle Fusion or SAP.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Core Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of meeting tight deadlines.