
Chief Accountant
- Doha, Qatar
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports and other relevant reports.
- Ensuring compliance with policies & procedures, IFRS, DoA and Tax regulations of the State of Qatar and other regulatory requirements of company by-laws.
- Providing BU management with accurate, timely and relevant financial information.
- Ensuring proper & accurate month end closing and reporting.
- Liaise with internal and external auditors, tax consultants and legal for any relevant matter or engagement.
- Support the implementation of new technology, assess inherent risks, recommend and implement mitigating controls and ensure delivery with the project timelines and expected quality.
- Support consolidation and tax team in their requests.
- Monitor the performance of the accounting teams and recommend development programs for the team.
- Oversee the credit control processes, ensuring timely collection of receivables.
- Assess creditworthiness of new and existing customers and establish appropriate credit limits.
- Develop and implement strategies to minimize bad debts and improve cash flow.
- Oversee the recording and reporting of rental income, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Manage the receivable ledger accounts and ensure timely invoices and collection.
- Implement strategies to improve revenue recognition and collection processes.
- Oversee the processing of all disbursements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure timely payment of obligations.
- Implement and maintain effective internal controls over disbursements.
- Oversee the recording and reporting of property expenses and other costs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Manage the accounts payable ledger and ensure timely and accurate payment of obligations.
- Implement strategies to improve cost control and payment processes.
- Monitor and manage expenses related to repair & maintenance and refurbishment projects.
- Ensure accurate recording and reporting of these expenses in financial statements.
- Develop and implement procedures to evaluate and control costs associated with these projects.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
- Ensure all financial reports are accurate, complete and prepared in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
- Provide detailed analysis and commentary on financial performance, particularly in relation to rental income, property expenses and repair & maintenance and refurbishment projects.
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, laws, and regulations.
- Implement and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting and operations.
- Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
- Supervise and guide the Disbursements Controller team and Credit Controller team.
- Work closely with other departments to support overall business objectives.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes.
- 7+ years of experience in finance and accounting financial reporting
- and budgeting.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting; Professional Degree is strong plus such as CPA, CMA or DipIFRS preferred.
- Preferably from Hotel or Hospitality industry.