General Accountant

Join Our Team as an Accountant!

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accountant to support our finance department in day-to-day operations, reporting, and compliance. If you have a solid background in accounting practices and financial regulations, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing general accounting functions, including accounts payable and receivable, intercompany transactions, and bookkeeping.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial data and perform system backups as needed.
• Prepare daily entries, financial reports, and monthly financial statements.
• Track payments to internal and external stakeholders and process tax-related payments and returns.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial closings.
• Reconcile account balances and ensure accurate and timely bank transactions.
• Compute and file tax returns as required.
• Prepare and manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
• Audit transactions to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Analyze budget variances and income statements; submit reports to the Finance Manager/Director.
• Maintain and manage fixed assets, including depreciation and disposals.
• Recommend improvements to financial procedures and systems.
• Ensure compliance with local regulatory and tax requirements.
• Collaborate with management teams to provide financial insights.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 45 years of experience in accounting.
• Proficient in both Arabic and English.
• Experience with SAP and other accounting software.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Professional certifications such as CPA or CMA are a plus.
• Available to join immediately.

About the Job

Join alfanar as a General Accountant and take on an essential role in managing financial activities within our organization. At alfanar, we engage in manufacturing and trading a variety of electrical products while focusing on sustainable energy solutions. We are dedicated to maintaining high quality standards for our customers and continuously developing our workforce, which we consider our greatest asset.

Job Purpose
You will be responsible for performing various financial activities, including preparing financial statements, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

Key Accountability Areas

• Financial Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate general ledger accounts, post journal entries, and ensure accurate business transactions.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Accounts Receivable & Payable: Process invoices, monitor receivables, and ensure timely payments to vendors.
• Asset Management: Maintain fixed asset records and ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP.
• Inventory Management: Track inventory transactions and assist in audits and reconciliations.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare financial reports and support month-end closing.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to internal controls and support external audits.
• System & Process Improvements: Recommend enhancements in systems and accounting software.
• Collaboration: Work closely with procurement and finance teams in budgeting and forecasting.

Academic Qualification
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Work Experience
2 to 5 years

Technical Competencies

• Financial Accounting (FI)
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Financial Reporting

Join Marriott International as an Accountant and contribute to our mission of enhancing the guest experience.
As an Accountant, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate record-keeping and financial management in our Mecca location. You will be responsible for:

• Checking figures, postings, and documents for accuracy.
• Maintaining all files, records, cash, and cash equivalents according to company policies.
• Preparing and distributing financial, accounting, and payroll reports and tables.
• Recording and analyzing computerized financial information.
• Documenting and communicating any cash variances.
• Administering all cashier banks and contracts.

In this role, you will follow all company policies and procedures, maintain confidentiality, and protect company assets. You will also interact with guests and coworkers using professional language.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or *** equivalent.
Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience is preferred.
No supervisory experience is required.
No specific licenses or certifications are needed.
About You:
Join our passionate team dedicated to creating extraordinary travel experiences. At Marriott, we value diversity and strive to employ individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering a culture where everyone can thrive.