Senior General Accountant

We are looking for a Senior General Accountant with a minimum of 5 years of relevant General Accounting experience to oversee and support day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end and year-end closing activities, and audit requirements. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and the ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with internal departments.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ledgers, and accounting documentation.

• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, provisions, and adjustments.

• Lead and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.

• Manage and review Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions.

• Perform and review bank, balance sheet, and intercompany reconciliations.

• Monitor cash flow, expenses, and financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Prepare and assist with monthly financial statements, management reports, and financial analysis.

• Monitor departmental expenses and support budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control activities.

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and applicable statutory requirements.

• Coordinate with internal departments to resolve accounting discrepancies and finance-related matters.

• Support internal and external audits by providing required schedules, reports, and supporting documentation.

• Identify accounting discrepancies, investigate variances, and implement appropriate corrective actions.

• Contribute to improving accounting processes, controls, and reporting procedures.

• Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff where required.

• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in General Accounting, preferably in a structured corporate environment in Qatar.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end closing procedures.

• Experience handling AP, AR, GL, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Native-level Arabic and English proficiency is required.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.

• Candidates currently based in Qatar are required.