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Chief Accountantconfidential • Qatar
Chief Accountant

Chief Accountant

confidential • Qatar
1 day ago
Job description

Job Title : Chief Accountant (Construction Industry – GCC Experience Preferred)

Location : Doha, Qatar.

Employment Type : Full-time

Job Summary

The Chief Accountant will oversee the organization’s accounting operations, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and manage financial reporting for construction projects within the GCC region. The role requires strong experience in project accounting, cost control, and financial management specific to the construction sector.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including AP, AR, GL, and payroll.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Monitor cash flow, bank reconciliations, and treasury functions.
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS and local GCC accounting regulations.
  • Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.

Construction Project Accounting

  • Manage project cost control, including tracking of project expenses and revenues.
  • Review and verify project cost allocations, WIP (Work-in-Progress), and cost-to-complete reports.
  • Ensure accurate recording of subcontractor payments, retention, advances, and progress billings (certificates).
  • Work closely with the project management team on cost reports and financial status.
  • Audit & Compliance

  • Coordinate with external auditors and handle annual audits.
  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  • Implement and maintain strong internal controls.
  • Team Leadership

  • Lead and mentor the accounting team, ensuring high performance and accuracy.
  • Develop accounting policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Systems & Process Improvements

  • Oversee ERP accounting modules.
  • Improve financial processes and ensure timely reporting.
  • Skills

    Qualifications & Requirements

    Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • CPA, CMA, ACCA, or equivalent certification preferred.
  • Experience

  • 7–12 years of accounting experience, with at least 5 years in the construction industry within the GCC.
  • Strong experience with project accounting and cost control.
  • Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent knowledge of IFRS.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
  • Proficiency in accounting ERP systems and MS Excel.
  • Strong communication skills in English and Arabic speakers preferred.
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