Chief Accountant

Duties and responsibilities related to the Chief Accountant role:

• Lead and manage all daily accounting operations, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), General Ledger (GL), and fixed asset accounting.
• Oversee the entire month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review comprehensive financial statements in strict compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by reviewing and approving all journal entries and ensuring monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external and internal auditors, managing the audit process and ensuring all schedules and documentation are prepared.
• Ensure full compliance with Qatari corporate tax laws, including the preparation and filing of tax returns with the General Tax Authority.
• Supervise, train, and mentor the accounting team, delegating tasks and conducting performance reviews to foster a high-performing department.
• Develop and implement improvements to accounting processes, systems, and internal controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts, and conduct variance analysis to support management decision-making.

• Ideally with a university degree or diploma in Finance or Hospitality/Tourism management
• CA certification would be an advantage
• Minimum 2 years work experience as Assistant Director of Finance or Finance Manager
• Good problem solving, administrative and interpersonal skills are a must