Senior Accountant / Finance Manager (Qatari)

Confidential Government Entity; Doha; On-site; QAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Government Entity in Qatar is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Finance Manager to lead financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and business partnering across the organization.

Ideal candidates are 6–12+ years in accounting, with a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance and professional qualifications (CPA/ACCA/CMA/CA). Fluent English is required; Arabic is an advantage. The role offers strategic impact and opportunities to contribute to Qatar's economic growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Professional qualifications (CPA/ACCA/CMA/CA) preferred.
• 6–12+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Experience in large corporates, government entities, or diversified groups is advantageous.
• Strong English communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Ensure IFRS compliance and internal controls.
• Monitor cash flow and overall financial performance; identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Support audits and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide financial insights to support business decisions.
• Lead process improvements and strengthen financial governance.
• Mentor finance team members as required.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

IFRS compliance

Stakeholder mgmt

Analytical skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA/ACCA/CMA/CA or equivalent

Job description

Are you a highly motivated finance professional looking to take the next step in your career with a leading organization in Qatar?

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Finance Manager to play a key role in financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and business partnering across the organization.

This opportunity is ideal for ambitious Qatari Nationals who are passionate about driving financial excellence and contributing to strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Support audits and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decisions.
• Lead process improvements and enhance financial governance practices.
• Mentor and guide finance team members as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional qualification preferred (CPA, ACCA, CMA, CA, or equivalent).
• 6-12+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance.
• Experience within large corporates, government entities, investment environments, or diversified groups is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Why Apply?

• Strategic role with high visibility and impact.
• Opportunity to contribute to Qatar's economic growth and development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional growth within a dynamic and collaborative environment.