We are looking for a General Accountant to join a finance team in Qatar. In this role, you will manage daily cash collection operations, reconcile payments, and ensure accurate financial records. The position suits a detail-oriented accounting professional who can handle cash, cheques, bank transfers, and POS transactions with precision.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive and record customer payments including cash, cheques, bank transfers, and POS payments
- Reconcile daily cash collections across cash, POS, and cheque channels
- Follow up on outstanding invoices and overdue accounts
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for all transactions
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly collection reports
- Coordinate with the finance team to ensure proper documentation and compliance
- Support month-end closing procedures related to cash and receivables
- Identify discrepancies and resolve payment-related issues promptly
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Proven experience in cash collection management or a similar accounting role
- Strong understanding of reconciliation processes and financial controls
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Ability to handle multiple payment channels and high transaction volumes
- Strong communication and follow-up skills for dealing with outstanding accounts
What This Role Offers
- Hands-on experience in cash collection and receivables management
- Exposure to multi-channel payment processing (cash, POS, bank transfers, cheques)
- Opportunity to work within a structured finance environment in Qatar
Tips to Succeed in This Role
- Build a systematic daily reconciliation routine to catch discrepancies early
- Keep a clear follow-up tracker for outstanding invoices to reduce overdue balances
- Strengthen your Excel skills, especially pivot tables and VLOOKUP, for faster reporting
- Document every transaction meticulously to simplify audits and month-end closing
- Communicate proactively with clients and internal teams to resolve payment issues quickly