JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Name: Accountant

Job Code: Accountant

Department: Finance and Accounts

SECTION I: JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of this position is to provide financial information to the management by supporting the finance team in accounting for groups of companies and to maintain information about company properties.

SECTION II: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Core Responsibilities:

● Independently Compile financial information required to prepare complete financial statements including P&L, Cash Flow statements and Balance Sheet.

● Monitor and track property income, ensure timely collection of rental receipts and coordinate with counterparts in companies with shared properties to receive information on a timely manner & reconcile with bank deposits.

● Monitor and maintain records using the company’s property management software from time to time.

● Accurately perform daily reconciliations of cash, check and credit card transactions, and tally and file invoices.

● Prepare management reports: occupancy, accounts receivable and reports related to properties and projects of the company.

● Handle all general accounting and finance transactions for Group entities as assigned.

● Ensure that all financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.

● Establish and monitor the implementation of clear and effective accounting control procedures and enhance performance and efficiency thereof.

● Coordinate with external auditors to ensure successful completion of yearly financial audits.

● Interact with suppliers, banks and all external parties for payments and financial transactions for regular activities and ongoing projects.

● Handle petty cash or such similar responsibilities from time to time as assigned.

● Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements.

● Assist the Senior Accountant.

● Create custom reports using yardi.

● Coordinate with management and staff to prepare budgets.

● Complete end of month close procedures.

● Prepare and assist in corporate reporting requirements.

● Any other job-related tasks as required by management.

Self-Management:

● Achieve the highest levels of proficiency in all skills required to perform the role.

● Ensure that performance goals set by direct supervisor are achieved during the course of the year.

SECTION III: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Educational Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in tax, accounting, or finance.

Behavioral Competencies:

● IT savvy and strong MS Office skills

● Strong foundation of auditing practices and principles

● Knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations

● Experience in using finance related computer applications

Language Skills

● Preferably Bilingual but good English communication is a MUST

Years of Experience

● Minimum Five (5) years of experience in accounting/finance or Chartered Accountant (CA) with 1 - 2 years of Accounting work experience

● Prior Reporting and Administration.

● Experience in Real Estate is preferred

SECTION IV: KEY INTERACTIONS

Key internal contacts: Purpose of interaction:

Team - Property/Project/Finance/Investment

● Obtain information on properties to maintain property management system

● Interact with other team members to obtain information on intercompany transactions for timely updates

Key external contacts: Purpose of interaction:

Banks, external property managers, counterparts at shared properties

● Interact with external property managers to obtain information on the properties on an ongoing basis for timely updates

● Periodically interact with the banks to clarify transactions

● Interact with counterparts for shared properties to obtain information and update on an ongoing basis.

HOW TO APPLY

Please use the link ( to complete the job application form.

Email CV: hr@zaleej.com

Also, select the above-mentioned job position and job reference code while completing the form.

Note: We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From KD0.010 per month

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