Senior Accountant

To provide leadership and support to the finance team and the company on all financial aspects, and to ensure implementation of Khidmah strategy and operational plan.

• Bachelor of Commerce in Accountancy or Finance or in any related field
• Finance/Accountant related professional certification is a plus.
  
  E.g. ACCA, CPA, CFA, CA etc

• 3-7 years of professional experience with at least 3 years in a similar capacity, preferably in a business with similar processes.
• 2-3 years of experience in FM industry is preferrable
• Responsible for all financial, accounting, banking and fiscal management aspects under the direction of Director of Finance.
• Close supervision of all day to day and periodic Finance related process and reconciliations such as accrual, prepayments, lease, cashflow etc.
• Ensure accurate and smooth month end closing and reporting within the agreed timetable.
• Supervise the preparation of the weekly cash flow and monthly cost allocation sheets.
• Assist the Manager and Directors in preparing the annual budget.
• Implement the approved annual budget (and any variations) and post to the system.
• Monitor, analyze and report monthly operating results against budget.
• Monthly performance review of all contracts against budget. Analyze actual and report variance to senior management.
• Participate in planning the objectives, methods and resources of financial operations
• Examine financial records and transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, accounting standards and local laws and regulations related to Finance
• Act as first point of contact for internal and external audits
• Implement process improvement initiatives to enhance existing processes and accommodate business change
• Recommend benchmarks for measuring the financial and operating performance of divisions and departments
• Lead a team of professional accountants (responsible for all Facility Management and Property Management accounting activities
• Manage the finance team in an effective manner to accomplish the department goals and objectives and expectations of all our stakeholders.
• Develop people by encouraging individuals to be self-motivated and take responsibility for their contributions to the team. Lead by example and delegate work effectively.
• Conduct timely performance reviews and provide performance feedback/training.
  
  Actively mentor and coach team members to their highest potential.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships and act as Finance Business Partner for other departments.
• Communicate effectively and manage successful working relationships with other departments, Suppliers, customers and partners.