Accountant

Job Description: Accountant

**Position Title**: Accountant
**Department**: Finance/Accounting
**Reports To**: Finance Manager or Senior Accountant
**Location**: Doha

**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Date**: 12 Aug 2024

**Job Summary**:
An Accountant is responsible for managing financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, preparing reports, and supporting financial decision-making. The role involves recording transactions, reconciling accounts, preparing tax returns, and assisting with audits. The accountant will also provide insights into financial performance and ensure the company’s financial practices align with legal and regulatory requirements.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Financial Record Keeping**:

- Maintain accurate financial records, including journals, ledgers, and financial statements.
- Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring timely payments and collections.
- Reconcile bank statements and ensure all financial transactions are recorded.
- **Financial Reporting**:

- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Analyze financial performance and identify areas for cost savings or financial improvement.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
- **Tax Compliance**:

- Prepare and file tax returns (e.g., sales tax, VAT, income tax) in accordance with local laws and regulations.
- Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulations, and deadlines.
- Liaise with external tax advisors or government authorities as needed.
- **Audit Support**:

- Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations.
- Ensure proper controls and processes are in place for audit readiness.
- **Accounting Software Management**:

- Utilize accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Xero) to process transactions and generate reports.
- Maintain and update accounting software to reflect the company’s latest financial information.
- **Cost Control & Financial Analysis**:

- Analyze financial data to track expenses and optimize spending.
- Provide insights on financial trends to support business decision-making.
- **Payroll Processing**:

- Process payroll, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
- Calculate and ensure the proper deductions for taxes, benefits, and other withholdings.
- **General Administrative Duties**:

- Manage and track financial documents, ensuring they are stored securely and are easily accessible.
- Assist with any other administrative tasks related to accounting as required.

**Qualifications & Skills**:

- **Education**:

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is a plus.
- **Experience**:

- Proven experience (5+ years) in accounting or a related field.
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or Microsoft Excel).
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax laws.
- **Skills**:

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills for dealing with clients, colleagues, and external partners.
- **Technical Proficiency**:

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Experience using accounting and payroll software.
- **Other Requirements**:

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling financial data.
- Willingness to stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and industry standards.

**Working Conditions**:

- Office environment (or remote, if applicable).
- Standard working hours
- Interaction with various departments within the company as well as external vendors and clients.
- Handle of petty cash

**Additional Information**:
This job description is a general overview and may include additional duties as necessary. The role may evolve to meet the organization's needs and changes in the finance landscape.

**Application Instructions**:
Deadline of receiving CV 14 Aug 2024

Hindi and English language is required

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: QAR4,000.00 - QAR6,000.00 per month

**Experience**:

- Accounting: 5 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- Hindi and English (preferred)

License/Certification:

- Drive license (preferred)

Application Deadline: 14/12/2024