Accountant

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Handle all accounting operations and maintain accurate, up-to-date records in the accounting system.
• Record and manage client invoices and financial transactions within Ajar’s platform.
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of payments, credits, and adjustments.
• Reconcile transaction data between internal systems, bank statements, merchant accounts, and client rec
• Conduct bank and merchant reconciliations, ensuring payment records match across systems.
• Submit timely and accurate financial reports, and assist in generating regular reports and summaries for c
• Ensure all financial data complies with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Support the Finance Manager in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and yearly budgets, as well as accurate
• Monitor departmental expenses and compare them against budget targets to control cost overflows.
• Maintain and monitor the petty cash system with proper documentation and approvals.
• Assist in external and internal audits, ensuring timely adjustments and proper documentation.
• Respond to internal or client inquiries, including during in-person visits, regarding transactions, invoices, a
• Collaborate with Customer Success, Operations, and directly with clients to resolve discrepancies or miss
• Suggest improvements in financial processes, systems, or policies to drive efficiency and growth.
• Ensure compliance with local and national government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Report any accounting issues directly to the responsible party or supervisor.
• Visit customers at their location to explain financial records and reports in person.
• Present and interpret client-specific financial data clearly and accurately.
• Provide on-the-spot answers to clients' financial questions in a professional and understandable manner.
• Educate clients on the financial tools and reports available via Ajar’s platform.
• Collect customer feedback during visits and relay relevant insights to the Finance and Customer Success.
• Ensure client meetings are well-documented and follow-up actions are tracked.
• Perform additional finance-related or client-facing responsibilities as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance.
• Must have 2–3 years of experience, preferably in real estate.
• Experienced in handling large volumes of data.
• Very strong experience in reconciliation, accounting and bookkeeping.
• Experience with creating financial statements and general ledgers.
• Experience with Xero accounting software strongly preferred.
• Experience in large volume merchant reconciliation.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
• Familiarity with accounting software or ERP systems is a plus.
• Knowledge in startups and fintech financials.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.
• Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Basic understanding of local tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to explain complex financial concepts in simple terms.
• Customer-facing experience, preferably in a consultative or advisory role.
• Professional demeanor and confidence in face-to-face interactions.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills.
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Willingness to travel to client locations as needed.
• Must be based in Kuwait.