Accountant​/Senior Accountant

Responsibilities

Apply principles of accounting to record and analyze financial information. Document and monitor trades for various portfolios by utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures for investment back‑office accounting and assist in preparing financial reports by compiling information and preparing profit and loss statements.

• Financial database and reports for funds
• Reconciliation and accounting for trades
• Compliance with company and government accounting related regulations

• Book keeping for various portfolios and investment funds and record filing
• Reconcile and account for trades done on daily basis for various portfolios and investment funds
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts such as general ledger accounts and document transactions
• Liaise with external parties such as brokers and banks to gather and provide information required for investment funds
• Assure that the work meets quality and production standards by reviewing the work for accuracy and proper completion and monitoring output
• Maintain financial databases and ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
• Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
• Assist in preparing monthly closing accounting reports for funds

• Technical
  :
  Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections. Attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent judgement and problem‑solving skills.
• Soft
  :
  Good planning and organising skills, good interpersonal skills for liaising with internal departments and third parties, good written and spoken skills in English and Arabic. Mature approach to meeting deadlines.

Minimum 0–3 years of experience in a similar role. Knowledge of finance and accounting principles is required. Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications is required.

Bachelor Degree in Accounting is required.