Senior Accountant

Confidential Hires; Doha; On-site; QAR 335,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Hires in Doha seeks an experienced accounting professional to oversee daily operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support strategic planning. You will supervise the accounting team, ensure compliance with standards, and coordinate with auditors.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 7+ years in accounting/finance, and professional certifications; strong Excel and ERP skills, plus leadership ability, are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA/ACCA/CMA certification is an advantage.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in accounting or finance, with supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of financial analysis, reporting, and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting, financial reconciliation, and financial statement preparation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor cash flow, operating expenses, budgets, and financial performance.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accurate reconciliations.
• Review and approve invoices, payment vouchers, and journal entries.
• Coordinate with internal departments and liaise with external auditors.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Team leadership

Budgeting and forecasting

Cost control

Accounting principles

Excel

ERP systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/ACCA/CMA certification

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

To oversee daily accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards, and support management in financial planning and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
• Monitor cash flow, operating expenses, budgets, and overall financial performance.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accurate reconciliations and timely completion.
• Review and approve invoices, payment vouchers, journal entries, and other financial documents in accordance with established approval procedures.
• Ensure timely processing of supplier payments and effective monitoring of customer collections.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure proper financial documentation, approvals, and compliance with company procedures.
• Lead and support the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal financial policies.
• Liaise with external auditors and coordinate the preparation of financial records and supporting documentation for audits.
• Review and strengthen financial processes, internal controls, and reporting procedures to improve efficiency and minimize financial risks.
• Supervise, guide, and develop the accounting team, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and timely completion of assigned responsibilities.
• Provide financial analysis, reports, and recommendations to support management in business planning and decision-making.
• Perform other finance-related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent are an advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance, preferably with supervisory or managerial responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of financial analysis, reporting, and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting, financial reconciliation, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Good understanding of internal controls, financial compliance, and applicable accounting standards.
• Strong team management, coordination, and supervisory skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.