17 Accounting jobs in Bahrain

Position Title: Senior Manager – Managerial Accounting for Islamic Bank

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: All-inclusive depending on experience and qualifications

About the Client:

One of the oldest and most trusted Islamic banks, known for its strong reputation both locally and internationally.

Job Description:

• Prepare periodic managerial reports on bank performance analysis; actual results versus budget, market share trends, and profitability analysis for the bank and its business sectors.
• Design and prepare profitability analyses for business sectors, products, and branches using best practices for cost allocation and FTP methods.
• Design and supervise the bank's budgeting process, coordinating with all bank units.
• Develop and oversee financial systems and procedures, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or a related field; master’s degree preferred
• Minimum 10 years of extensive experience in the financial and banking sector, preferably with an international Islamic bank.
• Expertise in Fund Management, Budgeting and Planning, Forecasting, Regulatory Compliance, and Sharia Principles of Islamic Finance.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing

• Banking

Operation

Division Finance

Location

Closing Date 17-Dec-2024

Zain is the pioneer of mobile telecommunications in the Middle East. We began life in 1983 in Kuwait as the region’s first mobile operator, and since the initiation of our expansion strategy in 2003, we have expanded rapidly. Read more here: About Us .

The Specialist – General Ledger & Accounts Payable will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of the financial records within the financial operations department. He/she will be responsible for maintaining the general ledger, supporting the accounts payable operations, performing month-end close activities, and supporting financial reporting processes.

1. Maintenance of the general ledger for the Company including subsidiaries, journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and ledger analysis.
2. Ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard the integrity of financial data.
3. Support the month-end close process, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
4. Review/finalize journal entries, accruals, and adjustments to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial statements.
5. Support financial reporting activities, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with company policies.
6. Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and address any audit findings or inquiries.
7. Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of general ledger processes.
8. Implement best practices and streamline workflows to optimize resource utilization and minimize errors.
9. Provide training, coaching, and mentorship to team members to enhance their skills in accounting and finance.
10. Stay updated on accounting standards, regulations, and industry trends, and share knowledge with the team.
11. Collaborate with other departments, such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Financial Planning & Analysis, to ensure alignment and accuracy of financial data.
12. Ensure the invoice processing and payments maintaining accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
13. Maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers, addressing any issues or concerns related to accounts payable transactions.
14. Identify opportunities to streamline accounts payable processes and improve efficiency through automation, standardization, and best practices while ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
15. Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting related to GL/accounts payable.
16. Perform any other related tasks as requested.

Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Competence to handle both Business users and Suppliers under the AP function.

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

Professional qualifications such as ACCA is preferred.

5+ years of relevant experience in finance/accounting.

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application, you would need the following document(s):

Supervise Gulf Air’s pricing to ensure Gulf Air is both competitive and achieving the optimal revenue result for the company. Work with sales field pricing officers/analysts, revenue management pricing, inventory control, special prorate agreement, codeshare and fares distribution staff to set pricing, make structural fare adjustments and implement tactical changes in all distribution channels.

In conjunction with the Commercial Route Manager, define the structural and tactical pricing for journeys (Origin & Destinations) and support pricing staff to implement pricing policies. The role has a large commercial revenue influence as it supports providing Gulf Air access to a global network.

Measure pricing activity to ensure it is in line with expectations set for route performance and the market conditions to maximize the revenue.

1. Ensure that GF fares, conditions and fuel surcharges are always properly benchmarked against chosen competitors’ product, market share, schedule, etc.
2. Responsible for ensuring that all fares and conditions are in line with the route performance and market conditions to optimise yield, passengers and revenue.
3. Implement strategic and tactical pricing through all distribution channels (Public GDS, Private GDS, Web and Sanction fares).
4. Daily monitoring of key competitor fares changes including fare surcharges and ensuring timely reactive changes when required.
5. Recommend proactive price changes both up and down, when the routes/O&Ds/market performance requires them.
6. Attend regular pricing meetings with Regional Pricing Manager to agree strategic/tactical changes.
7. Daily utilisation of AirPrice to monitor/store/analyse pricing and price comparison tools to monitor competitive pricing.
8. Monitor/update/action contract composer to analyse and approve outstation requests for fare changes, deal request and adhoc quotations.
9. Coordinate the filing of large volumes of fares through ATPCO with the fares filing team.
10. Determine the RBD (class) applicable for all pricing decisions based on predefined criteria.
11. Regular review/updating fare RBDs using the prevailing Fare Class Re-alignment tool/policies.
12. Analyze, organize, track utilization and recommend changes to all pricing/contracts.
13. Analyze and review fare restrictions in order to increase market segmentation, reduce no-show /cancellation rates and promote early payment/ issuance of tickets.
14. Use flown passenger/yield/revenue, forecasted load and market share reports to analyze and understand network, route and flight performance and to support recommendations and day-to-day decision-making.
15. Analyze potential special events for any required pricing action.
16. Ensure that all sanction and fare amendments/filings are completed to acceptable standards to facilitate Revenue Accounting processes.
17. Occasional User Acceptance Testing for new system updates.

• Bachelor degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Computer science, Statistics or equivalent.
• PC literate with a strong MS Office knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Good standard of written/spoken English required.
• Strong analytical skills.

• A minimum of 5-7 years airline experience within a numerate/ analytical environment.
• Knowledge of Tariffs/Ticketing and understanding of airline pro-ration.
• Solid understanding of reservations booking process.
• Comprehension of the economics of supply and demand.
• Understanding of aviation sales processes and discounting options.

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):

Operation

Division

Finance

Location

Closing Date

30-Nov-2024

Zain is the pioneer of mobile telecommunications in the Middle East. We began life in 1983 in Kuwait as the region’s first mobile operator, and since the initiation of our expansion strategy in 2003, we have expanded rapidly. Read more here: About Us

The role of the Budgeting & Business Performance Expert is to independently manage the business performance analysis within Zain Bahrain. Reporting directly to the Budgeting and Business Performance Manager, this role is responsible for monitoring and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs), providing insights and recommendations to drive financial performance, and supporting strategic decision-making.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a relevant field. CMA and FMVA professional certificates are a plus.

Experience:

8+ years of experience in business performance analysis, financial analysis, or a similar role.

Skills:

1. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights.
2. Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
3. Excellent knowledge of key financial concepts, performance metrics, and reporting methodologies.
4. Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL) and experience with business intelligence and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
5. Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex information to diverse audiences.
6. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
7. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
8. Positive energy and attitude.
9. Honesty and integrity.
10. Teamwork and collaboration.

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application, you would need the following document(s):

Operation

Division

Finance

Location

Closing Date

16-Oct-2024

Zain is the pioneer of mobile telecommunications in the Middle East. We began life in 1983 in Kuwait as the region’s first mobile operator, and since the initiation of our expansion strategy in 2003, we have expanded rapidly. Today, we are a leading mobile voice and data services operator with a commercial footprint in 7 Middle Eastern and Africa countries with a workforce of over 7,900 providing a comprehensive range of mobile voice and data services to over 42.4 million active individual and business customers as of March 31, 2024.

The Fixed Assets, Inventory, and Leases Officer is responsible for overseeing the management of the company's fixed assets, inventory, and leases. This role includes ensuring accurate tracking, accounting, and reporting of all fixed assets, maintaining inventory levels, and managing lease agreements. The officer will work closely with various departments to ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

1. Fixed Assets Management:
   Maintain the fixed assets register and ensure all acquisitions, disposals, and transfers are accurately recorded.
   Ensure proper depreciation of fixed assets in line with company policies and accounting standards.
   Assist in the preparation of capital expenditure budgets and forecasts.
   Coordinate with the operations teams for the timely capitalization of fixed assets.
2. Inventory Management:
   Conduct regular inventory audits and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
   Work closely with the procurement, production, and sales teams to forecast inventory needs and prevent overstocking or stockouts.
   Implement and monitor internal controls over inventory management and provisions.
   Analyze inventory data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.
3. Leases Management:
   Manage the company's lease portfolio, ensuring all lease agreements are accurately recorded and maintained.
   Monitor lease payment schedules, ensuring timely payments and compliance with lease terms.
   Ensure compliance with accounting standards related to lease accounting (e.g., IFRS 16).
   Prepare and present lease-related reports and analysis.
4. Reporting and Compliance:
   Prepare and submit regular reports on fixed assets, inventory, and leases.
   Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, company policies, and legal requirements.
   Assist in internal and external audits related to fixed assets, inventory, and leases.
   Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of fixed assets, inventory, and lease management.
5. Collaboration and Support:
   Provide support to the finance and accounting teams in relation to fixed assets, inventory, and leases.
   Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment and accuracy in asset and inventory management.
   Train and guide relevant staff on processes related to fixed assets, inventory, and leases.

• Business knowledge
• Financial knowledge
• Completeness and Accuracy

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in finance/accounting.

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):

Location: Manama – Bahrain
Hours: Part Time
Category: Academic Job

The academic staff teaches in discipline areas in which he or she has specific qualifications. As such, the academic staff is expected to plan, organize, and teach in a manner that encourages quality and effectiveness in line with the university’s mission, vision, and values. He or she also promotes and directs successful student learning.

• Develop plans for the subjects that will be taught and select appropriate books.
• Teach his/her courses, organise exams, enter and review student grades.
• Improve teaching and exam methods and promote new ways of teaching.
• Supervise thesis, student research, scientific reports and social activities.
• Provide academic guidance to students and serve as an academic advisor for them.
• Conduct and publish innovative research and studies.
• Help in developing knowledge and participate in research activities.
• Participate in councils and committees; local, regional and international conferences; and any activities that promote and improve the university.
• Adhere to his/her research and academic duties, and work on implementing bylaws and regulations of the university.
• Devote time to performing his/her scientific duties in the university, strive to promote the university mission and maintain a decent status in the fields of research, teaching and management.
• Engage with the community as per the university rules and regulations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by their direct manager, providing that they do not conflict with the nature of his/her work.
• Cooperate fully with the Head of the Department and the Dean in providing advice and proposals in all matters that will serve the best interests of the university, the students and the community.
• Provide students with academic advising during the registration period, constantly monitor their study plans and adhere to office hours.
• Maintain an up-to-date and accurate course portfolio.
• Participate in staff development / programmes and workshops.

• A PhD or an equivalent degree is the minimum requirement for holding an assistant professor position.
• A Master’s degree is the minimum requirement for holding a lecturer position.
• An ample experience in the academic field.
• Knowledge of the university’s academic management computer systems.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations that govern academic work in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
• A good network of relationships at the academic level.
• Preferably a good command of English (written and spoken).

• The ability to manage and lead.
• Objectivity and impartiality.
• Persistence and a spirit of initiative.
• Accuracy and organisation skills.
• The ability to plan and achieve goals.
• Strong analytical skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and for long hours from time to time.
• Good conversation and communication skills.
• The ability to encourage and persuade.
• The ability to solve urgent problems.
• Good time- and resource-management skills.

Applicants should send a full resume, supporting documentation and a covering letter outlining their suitability for the post to Human Resources Department by email to

Join to apply for the A38 – Academic Staff in Accounting and Finance – Assistant Professor or Lecturer role at Applied Science University Bahrain .

• Part Time
• Location: Manama, Bahrain
• Posted: 2 weeks ago

The academic staff teaches in discipline areas in which they have specific qualifications. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, teaching, promoting student learning, supervising research, and participating in university activities.

• Develop course plans and select appropriate materials.
• Teach courses, organize exams, and review student grades.
• Enhance teaching methods and promote innovative approaches.
• Supervise thesis and research projects, and engage in social activities.
• Provide academic guidance and serve as an advisor to students.
• Conduct, publish, and develop research.
• Participate in committees, conferences, and university initiatives.
• Adhere to university bylaws and regulations.
• Promote the university's mission and engage with the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Collaborate with department heads and deans for institutional development.
• Maintain an up-to-date course portfolio and participate in staff development programs.

• PhD or equivalent for Assistant Professor; Master's for Lecturer.
• Relevant academic experience.
• Knowledge of university management systems and local regulations.
• Strong professional network and command of English preferred.

• Leadership and management skills.
• Objectivity, persistence, and initiative.
• Organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and communicate effectively.
• Time and resource management skills.

Interested applicants should send their full resume, supporting documents, and a cover letter to . Include your name, email, job code, contact number, country of residence, nationality, and CV in your email.

The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) College of Business and Management invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Accounting and Finance beginning in the fall semester 2025. Candidates are expected to hold a Ph.D. in Accounting and Finance obtained from a reputable university.

Preferences will be given to candidates who have demonstrated excellent skills in teaching at the undergraduate level in both face-to-face and online models.

Relevant industry experience will be considered as an advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

1. Teach up to five courses per semester depending on rank.
2. Prepare course syllabus, plan lessons and assignments.
3. Assess students’ progress by grading assignments, papers, exams, and other work.
4. Advise students about which classes to take and how to achieve their goals.
5. Work with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum for a degree or certificate program involving a series of courses.
6. Stay informed about changes and innovations in their field.
7. Invigilating examinations.
8. Attending faculty meetings.
9. General administration works in relation to teaching and assessments’ quality assurance.
10. Writing research proposals, papers, and other publications.
11. Supervising projects/thesis of students.

Qualification and Experience:

• PhD/DBA degree from a recognized institution in a relevant field (finance and accounts) is required.

• Experience teaching finance and accounts programs at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Experience in teaching and developing a higher education program in finance and accounts or comparable experience in industry is preferred.
• preference will be given to candidates with degrees from the United States and those with experience at higher education level in the United States.

Skills and Competencies required:

• Strong communication and relationship building skills with peers, leadership, and external constituents, including the business community.
• Knowledge and experience of using Learning Management System - LMS (preferable).
• Demonstrate leadership aligned with AUBH core values of integrity, engagement, excellence, and desire to make a difference.

Since 1998, Havelock One Interiors has established itself as a leading provider of turnkey fit-out services across the Middle East. We specialize in interior contracting and the manufacture of bespoke joinery, metalworks, and sophisticated shop fittings.

Due to our expansion in Bahrain, a key growth market, we are seeking experienced professionals to help drive our business forward. We are offering interviews to well-qualified candidates keen to advance their careers. We provide an established working environment with a loyal and respectful corporate culture.

Bahrain, our operational hub for over 25 years, is home to our specialist joinery and metalwork manufacturing teams alongside most back-office functions. Our turnkey fit-out contracting divisions operate across Bahrain, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia.

Role Summary

The role is responsible for overseeing the management of Management Information Systems (MIS) and general accounting functions within the organization. It involves generating accurate and timely financial reports, while ensuring the integrity of financial data.

Role Description

MIS and Reporting

• Develop, implement, and maintain effective MIS systems to support business decision-making
• Prepare and analyze comprehensive financial reports, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
• Provide actionable insights to management based on data analysis
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards and reporting tools
  
  

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
• Manage the general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions
• Supervise the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closures
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and filing requirements
  
  

• Lead and mentor the MIS and accounting team
• Assign tasks, set goals, and provide performance feedback
• Develop the team''s capabilities through training and development
  
  

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting and reporting processes
• Implement automation and digitalization initiatives
• Enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the finance department
  
  

• A minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in similar roles (relevant industry experience will be an advantage)
• Qualified Chartered Accountant, or Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or another similar professional qualification
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in management reporting and Excel presentation
• Business feasibility analysis skills
• Expertise in process and gap analysis
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with data analysis tools
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems
• Effective communication with all levels of management
• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
• Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively
• Excellent interpersonal skills