Accountant

Reports To

Finance Manager

Purpose

Elite Co. is searching for a detail-oriented and experienced General Accountant to manage the day-to-day accounting functions of our organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, managing account reconciliations, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure proper documentation and recording of financial transactions.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations and standards (IFRS)
• Assist with audits and tax filings.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting systems and procedures.

About You

Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CA, CMA certification preferred but not required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations, including experience with inventory accounting and cost allocation.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Integra, etc.) and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, preferably in the logistics or transportation industry but not required.

About Us

We aim to be one of the most innovative and trusted supply chain partners. Our mission at Elite is simple: to provide high-quality services for our valued clients. Our team goes above and beyond to cater to each project’s specific needs.

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Our quality is backed by multiple ISO certifications:

• ISO 9001:2005

We have a distinct culture and teams of passionate individuals wanting to create something better for our clients, our colleagues, and the community we operate in. Our daily decisions are anchored by our core values: Trust, Customer Centricity, Innovation, Action-Bias, and Excellence.

Elite Co is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, that individual talent has unique abilities, and we value our differences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, origin, disability or other characteristics protected by the applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Please indicate your years of experience with Bahrain tax compliance and practice.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 4 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA license (Preferred)