We are seeking a qualified and experienced Arabic-speaking Accountant to join our Finance Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, supporting budgeting and auditing activities, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare financial statements, including Trial Balance, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement.
- Prepare and post accounting entries, journal vouchers, receipts, payments, credit notes, and debit notes.
- Perform monthly and year-end closing activities.
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and reconcile general ledger accounts.
- Compile and analyze financial information and prepare monthly MIS reports.
- Assist with budget preparation, financial reviews, and forecasting activities.
- Prepare documents and schedules required for internal and external audits.
- Monitor and maintain accounting records in compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Process banking transactions, deposits, cheque preparation, and related correspondence.
- Review and follow up on employee salary-related matters, including deductions, advances, and payroll support.
- Assist in the preparation and upload of monthly WPS salary files.
- Maintain proper filing and archiving of accounting and financial documents.
- Support the Finance Manager and Group Finance Controller in various finance and reporting activities.
- Resolve accounting discrepancies and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
- 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and auditing practices.
- Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure.
- Experience in trade and finance-related activities will be an advantage.
Salary and benefits will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their updated CV.