Duties and responsibilities of an accountant
Preparing and preparing financial reports and analyzing financial statements
Collect and analyze financial and accounting data
Documenting financial transactions, records, and purchase and sales transactions
Preparing the necessary reports, lists, financial tables, and accounting books on a regular basis
Maintain backup copies of financial records
The Role
The Accountant General will be responsible for managing the financial activities of the trading company in Qatar, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial data and compliance with local regulations. Responsibilities:
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, including timely payment of taxes and submission of tax returns. • Monitor and manage the company’s cash flow, including forecasting and planning for future financial needs.
• Oversee the accounting processes, including accounts payable and accounts receivable, and ensure accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions.
• Manage the company’s budget and provide regular updates to senior management on financial performance and variances.
• Coordinate with external auditors to ensure timely completion of the annual audit and resolution of any issues identified.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure effective internal controls and compliance with accounting standards.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support business decision-making and identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.
• Manage and mentor a team of accounting staff, providing guidance and support in their day-to-day activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the trading industry.
- Strong knowledge of local tax regulations and experience in managing tax compliance.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and provide recommendations.
- • Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office suite.
- • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor a team.
- • Fluency in English is required, Arabic language skills would be an advantage.
- • CPA or any other relevant professional qualification is preferred.
About the company
Edge Engineering has an extensive 20 years experience in the fastening business and is now one of the leading suppliers and stockists of high quality fasteners in Qatar and the Middle East. Catering to the oil and gas construction industries in Qatar, Edge Engineering stocks a wide range of fasteners and other building materials such as HSFG fasteners, bolts, nuts and washers, roofing fasteners, machine screws and self taping screws and self drilling screws. We have huge warehouse facilities and two outlets in Qatar that meet the needs of the regional market. Edge Engineering marches in tandem with Qatar’s economic progress and the region through its diversification in to specialised industrial engineering fasteners specific to various sectors such as construction, structural steel industry, oil and petrochemical industries as also automotive sector, ship building, electrical and switch gear. Edge Engineering is one the leading wholesale and retail traders for engineering fasteners in the Gulf and has reputed manufacturers from Europe, Far East and Asia on its supplier list. Quality and customer service are our core strengths. We ensure that our clients receive feedback on enquiries for most products within 24 hours. This translates into quicker turn around times and overall efficiency in the supply cycle.
