SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

A Senior Accountant manages a company's financial records by ensuring accuracy, compliance with regulations, and efficient operations. Key duties include preparing financial statements, managing accounts payable/receivable, and assisting with audits and tax returns. This role requires strong analytical skills, advanced proficiency in accounting software and Excel, and often involves mentoring junior staff. Key responsibilities

• Financial reporting: Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, reports, and forecasts.
• General ledger management: Oversee the general ledger, conduct account reconciliations, and manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Accounts management: Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset accounting.
• Compliance and auditing: Ensure compliance with accounting principles (like GAAP) and tax regulations, and assist with internal and external audits.
• Budgeting and forecasting: Assist with the creation of budgets and forecasts, and analyze budget vs. actual variances.
• Team supervision: Train, mentor, and supervise junior accounting staff and delegate tasks.
• Process improvement: Develop and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial procedures.

Required skills and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; a master's degree or professional certification is often preferred.
• Several years of accounting experience, often including experience with general ledger functions and the month-end close process.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: QAR4,000.00 - QAR6,000.00 per month