Senior Accountant
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Department: Finance Reporting to: Head of Finance Collaborates with: Senior Accounts Officer, HR, Admissions, Procurement, Academic and non-Academic Operations. The Senior Acco.
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Responsibilities
- Produce accurate monthly and annual financial statements and supporting schedules
- Execute month end and year end closing processes
- Process monthly payroll for WPS and non WPS staff with accuracy and confidentiality
- Prepare documentation for internal and external audits
- Support AR and AP processes as needed
- Prepare monthly variance reports and recommend corrective actions
Requirements
- Produce accurate monthly and annual financial statements
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger
- Process monthly payroll for WPS and non WPS staff
- Ensure compliance with IFRS and Qatari regulations
- Support internal and external audits
- Prepare monthly variance reports and highlight discrepancies
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Role Overview
- The Senior Accountant ensures the accuracy and integrity of ISL Qatar's financial data, strengthening internal controls and supporting informed decision making across the school.
- This role requires a disciplined, analytical professional who upholds high standards of financial stewardship, confidentiality, and compliance.
- The Senior Accountant works effectively in a multicultural context, communicates clearly with non finance colleagues, and drives continuous improvement.
Financial Reporting and Compliance
- Produce accurate monthly and annual financial statements and supporting schedules to inform leadership decisions.
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring data integrity and timeliness.
- Execute month end and year end closing processes with accuracy and consistency.
- Ensure compliance with school policies, IFRS, and Qatari regulations.
- Deliver financial analysis and insights that advance strategic initiatives and schoolwide planning.
Payroll Processing
- Process monthly payroll for WPS and non WPS staff with accuracy, confidentiality, and full compliance with Qatari Labour Law.
- Verify all payroll inputs, including allowances, deductions, overtime, leave, and contract changes.
- Reconcile payroll records with HR and Finance data to ensure integrity and consistency.
- Submit WPS files in accordance with statutory timelines and banking requirements.
- Resolve payroll related queries promptly and professionally for both academic and non academic staff.
- Maintain secure and up to date payroll documentation for audit readiness.
Audit and External Reporting
- Prepare documentation for internal and external audits.
- Support auditors throughout the audit cycle and follow up on required actions.
- Support tax filings and compliance submissions in coordination with the Business Manager.
Transaction Processing (AP, AR, GL)
- Support AR processes in collaboration with the Business Manager.
- Support AP processing during absence periods and peak workflow.
- Enter invoices, journals, and financial transactions accurately.
- Verify documentation and ensure adherence to internal control standards.
Budget Support and Financial Analysis
- Prepare monthly variance reports and highlight discrepancies.
- Recommend corrective actions based on financial findings.
- Provide financial insights that support leadership and departmental decision making.
- Contribute to designated strategic initiatives requiring financial input.
Internal Controls and Process Improvement
- Strengthen control mechanisms to safeguard assets and protect data integrity.
- Recommend workflow enhancements and contribute to SOP updates.
- Ensure documentation and processes align with audit and compliance expectations.
Cross Team Collaboration
- Provide timely financial support to Admissions, HR, Procurement, Operations, and academic teams.
- Respond to stakeholder inquiries with clarity, accuracy, and professionalism.
- Contribute to the goals, efficiency, and service culture of the finance team.
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