Senior Accountant

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

Job summary

A leading testing and certification company in Doha is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to manage revenue accounting and customer receivables. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, over 5 years of experience, and strong skills in accounting software and Excel. Responsibilities include reconciling transactions, month-end closings, and ensuring compliance with local tax laws.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in accounting or financial operations.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and revenue accounting.
• Knowledge of accounting standards (preferably IFRS).
• Good command of accounting/ERP software.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookup functions, data organization).

Responsibilities

• Post and reconcile revenue transactions and customer accounts.
• Record payments and accurately allocate against invoices.
• Prepare aging reports and follow up with customers.
• Support month-end closing activities.
• Maintain provision and accrual schedules.

Skills

Accounting

Accounts Receivable

Communication

Excel

Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting/ERP software

Job description

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our finance team in Qatar. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing revenue accounting, customer receivables, reconciliations, and month-end closing activities.

Job Description

• Post and reconcile revenue transactions and customer accounts.
• Record payments and accurately allocate against invoices.
• Prepare aging reports, collection updates, and follow up with customers.
• Support month-end closing: accrued revenue, WIP, and bad debt provisions.
• Maintain provision and accrual schedules.
• Prepare withholding tax data and ensure compliance with Qatar tax laws.
• Support internal and external audits with required documentation.
• Generate and share customer aging reports and collection status updates.
• Coordinate with business and operations teams to follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Communicate with customers regarding overdue invoices and escalate delays when required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in accounting or financial operations.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and revenue accounting.
• Knowledge of accounting standards (preferably IFRS).
• Good command of accounting/ERP software.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookup functions, data organization).
• Good communication, coordination, and follow-up skills.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability.
• Experience in customer account receivables