Accountant / Senior Accountant محاسب / محاسب أول

Objective:
Apply principles of accounting to record and analyze financial information, Document and monitor trades for various portfolios by utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures for investments back-office accounting, and assist in preparing financial reports by compiling information, preparing profit and loss statements,
Key Result Areas:
• Financial database and reports for funds;
• Reconciliation and accounting for trades; and
• Compliance with Company and Government accounting related regulations
Key Routine Tasks:
• 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, 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 data bases 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.
• Carry out other related duties and responsibilities as required.
Skills:
Technical Skills:
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections is required.
• Attention to details and accuracy is required.
• Excellent judgement and problem solving skills are required.
Soft Skills:
• Good planning and organizing skills are essential to achieve the multiple daily deadlines for deliverables, with a mature approach;
• Good interpersonal skills for liaising with the other internal Departments and Third Parties;
• Good written and spoken skills in English and Arabic are required.
Work Experience / Knowledge:
• Minimum 0-3 experience in similar role is required.
• Knowledge of finance, and accounting principles is required.
• Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications is required.
Qualification:
• Bachelor Degree in Accounting is required.