145 Reporting jobs in Bahrain

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.
• Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide insightful commentary to management.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and providing explanations.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to enhance internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data capture.
• Utilize accounting software and ERP systems to their full potential.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting and accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP).
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines in a remote setting.
• Experience with financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

Purpose of Role
To manage reporting and reconciliations and to manage the Inventory Management Functions.

Key Accountabilities

1. Preparation of Monthly Accounts.
2. Prepare quarterly consolidated accounts for statutory audit.
3. Liaise with external auditors on a quarterly basis on the preparation of statutory accounts.
4. Ensure timely completion and submission of the quarterly statutory accounts as required by Bahrain Bourse and the Central Bank of Bahrain.
5. Review and monitor Balance sheet reconciliations performed on a monthly basis.
6. Review slow moving stock and make provision each quarter end.
7. Fixed Asset Management – Ensure all assets are tagged and verified on an annual basis.
8. Perform monthly and year end close of financial records.
9. Review and manage all Advertising and Beauty Advisor contracts, ensuring all contracts are recorded in the correct period.
10. Manage and review all Payables and Receivable account balances.

1. Review the stock control perpetual count plan and make changes as deemed necessary. Review the bi-annual full stock count plan with the Stock Control manager.
2. Review and follow up on stock count and spot check reports.
3. Analysis of inventory adjustments for posting to general ledger including the stock provision, stock damages and obsolete stock for write off.
4. Supervise the financial reporting function.
5. Ensure timely and accurate reporting.
6. Manage the external audit.

Ensure all internal controls on the Company Accounting system are in place by regular system monitoring and testing.

1. Supervise the Accounts Department.
2. Supervise the Inventory Control Department.
3. Liaise with the management company and other suppliers on a monthly basis to ensure all discrepancies are cleared and dealt with in a timely manner.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required

• Good accounting system skills.
• Retail or FMCG experience required.

Qualifications

• Degree educated (Accountancy or Finance).
• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CPA, CIMA).

Person Specification

• Ability to be both strategic and operational.
• A logical and practical outlook on processes.
• Ability to clearly and confidently express ideas and facts both in the written and verbal form.
• Excellent presentation, report-writing, meeting management and facilitation skills.
• Ability to identify problems and provide solutions.

About The Company

Established in 2003, Clarendon Parker Bahrain is an International Recruitment Specialist Consultancy based in Bahrain’s Seef Business District. We specialise in mid to senior level professional, managerial, technical recruitment and staffing solutions in Bahrain and beyond. Our multinational team of consultants are experienced professionals within the fields they represent. Each consultant brings strong industry links and knowledge to better understand your business requirements. We know the market and we know our candidates!

Our team of dedicated consultants specialise in the following industries:

• Accounting, Finance & Banking
• Logistics & Customer Service
• Secretarial & Administration
• Human Resources & Recruitment
• Engineering & Construction
• IT/Telecom
• Marketing & PR
• Oil and Gas

The current range of services includes permanent and temporary recruitment, recruitment advertising campaigns, employee satisfaction surveys, state-of-the-art web-based recruitment technology and HR consulting services relating to recruitment processes and activities.

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Manage the general ledger, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis.
• Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
• Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts and budgets.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting regulations and best practices.
• Prepare and file tax-related documents as required.
• Provide support and guidance to junior accounting staff.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CMA) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, with a strong focus on financial reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a remote environment.
• Experience in a similar industry (e.g., financial services, manufacturing) is advantageous.

• Oversee and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
• Prepare and review detailed financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Reconcile complex general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to improve efficiency and internal controls.
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to management to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the accounting department.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CMA) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in financial analysis and management reporting.
• Familiarity with auditing procedures and practices.

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Oversee the general ledger function and ensure accurate account reconciliations.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Analyze financial variances and provide explanations for management.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support external financial audits and internal control reviews.
• Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Mentor and supervise junior accounting staff.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in financial reporting.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CMA designation preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in accounting, with a strong focus on financial reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS or GAAP.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience in leading accounting teams is a plus.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.