Junior Accountant (3 Months Contract)

Core Responsibilities

1. Financial Record Maintenance

• Record and maintain accurate financial transactions in the general ledger.
• Process accounts payable and receivable.
• Reconcile bank statements and company accounts regularly.

2. Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Assist in drafting balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial documents.
• Analyze financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance.

3. Budgeting and Forecasting

• Assist in preparing budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor actual performance against budgets and highlight variances.

4. Compliance and Taxation

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in tax laws and accounting standards.

5. Audit Support

• Prepare financial documents for internal and external audits.
• Address queries raised by auditors and provide necessary clarifications.

6. Internal Controls

• Assist in developing and maintaining internal financial controls.
• Identify areas for improvement in financial processes and recommend solutions.

7. Payroll Processing

• Process employee salaries, benefits, and deductions.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with labor laws.

8. Inventory and Asset Management

• Track and manage company assets and inventories.
• Record depreciation and other asset-related adjustments.

9. Cash Flow Management

• Monitor cash flow and prepare reports to ensure sufficient liquidity.
• Ensure timely payments to vendors and collections from customers.

10. Support Financial Decision-Making

• Provide financial insights and data analysis to assist management.
• Contribute to financial planning and risk management strategies.

11. Use of Accounting Tools

• Utilize accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Tally, or Odoo) for bookkeeping.
• Generate financial reports and automate processes where possible.

12. Ad Hoc Tasks

• Assist with special financial projects as required.
• Perform any other duties assigned by senior accountants or finance managers.

Requirements:

• Min 3 -5 years of relevant experience
• Bachelors in Accounting/Finance, Masters is an added advantage.
• Locally available in Qatar with valid QID
• Available to join immediately
• Willing to work for 3 months contract