Accountant Service Office
Kuwait City - Kuwait
Job Summary
To perform and coordinate routine accounting activities ensuring the accurate and timely processing of transactions reconciliations reporting and compliance within the accounting function.
Accounting Operations
- Perform daily accounting transactions including recording journal entries reconciling accounts and maintaining general ledger accuracy.
- Ensure timely processing of supplier payments and accurate recording of accounts payable.
- Monitor and follow up on customer receivables and credit terms.
- Maintain and reconcile petty cash and employee expense claims.
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
- Support accruals provisions and prepayment schedules in line with accounting principles/ IFRS.
B. Reporting and Compliance
- Assist in monthly quarterly and annual closing activities.
- Prepare and submit internal management reports schedules and ad hoc analyses as required.
- Support statutory audit processes ensuring proper documentation and audit trail.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies accounting principles/IFRS and relevant tax and regulatory requirements.
C. Systems and Process Improvement
- Maintain accuracy of master data in ERP and accounting systems.
- Support the implementation or enhancement of ERP and digital finance tools.
- Identify process gaps or control weaknesses and propose improvements.
- Contribute to the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
D. Collaboration and Communication
- Liaise with internal stakeholders/departments to ensure smooth flow of financial data.
- Coordinate with external parties such as auditors banks suppliers and regulatory authorities when required.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or Economics
- Part qualification such as CA/ ACCA / CPA / CIMA or equivalent is a plus.
- Minimum 23 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance.
- Experience working with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general IT literacy.
- Exposure to retail or multi-location business environments is an advantage.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
About Company
IKEA -Al Homaizi Limited is the franchise rights owner for IKEA, the biggest furniture retailer in the world. We operate in Kuwait (since 1984), Jordan and Morocco. Were a diverse group of down-to-earth, straightforward people with a passion for home furnishing. We come from all over ... View more