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General Accountant Job Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi with 11 recent postings.

Gulf postings
11
Active markets
4
Typical experience
3+ years
In brief

A General Accountant in the GCC region requires accounting, Excel, audit, communication, tax. Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

General Accountant salary in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level General Accountant. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
17,000
Median
25,500
75th percentile
37,000

Key responsibilities

  • 01Issuing & posting invoices using QuickBooks.
  • 02Posting account transactions (Receivables, Payables & others) using QuickBooks.
  • 03Maintain updated records of orders, suppliers and customers.
  • 04Preparing monthly salaries through WPS.
  • 05Prepares and processes electronic payments/cheque requisitions for monthly remittance deadlines.
  • 06Oversee the levels of warehouse stock and place orders as needed.
  • 07Perform tasks that may assigned from time to time including logistic duties.
  • 08Maintain and manage general ledger accounts, ensuring timely and accurate journal entries.
  • 09Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
  • 10Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
  • 11Perform bank reconciliations and reconcile other financial accounts.
  • 12Prepare and process payroll in accordance with Qatar Labour Law.

Required qualifications

  • : Work experience as an Accountant is a must.
  • : Excellent organizational and time
  • : management skills
  • : Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Accounting/Finance.
  • : Advanced capability in using Excel and accounting packages.
  • : Goods English communication skills.
  • : Willing to cross train with others in the department.
  • : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Preferred qualifications

  • : Solid understanding of accounting principles and standards (IFRS preferred).
  • : Minimum 2+ years of accounting experience (UAE experience preferred)
  • : Good communication skills: Arabic speaking preferred

Education requirements

  • : Bachelor's degree

Required skills

accountingexcelauditcommunicationtaxcomplianceforecastingbudgeting

Preferred skills

arabicenglishsapinventoryReading ComprehensionActive ListeningWritingSpeakingCritical ThinkingActive LearningLearning StrategiesMonitoring

Tools & technologies

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Hiring companies we see

  • Napco National
  • Naif Falcon Trading LLC
  • Nexgen plastic industry llc
  • Pandora Foodstuff Trading LLC
  • CoreMed Technologies
  • VoPay International Inc
  • Prime Sources Raw Materials Trading LLC
  • RTC-1 Employment Services

Hired across

  • Bahrain
  • Qatar
  • Saudi Arabia
  • United Arab Emirates

FAQ

  • What does a General Accountant do in the GCC?

    A General Accountant in the GCC performs core duties related to accounting, Excel, audit, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a General Accountant?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 3+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for General Accountant in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a General Accountant role?

    Key skills include accounting, Excel, audit, communication, tax, compliance, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a General Accountant in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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