21 Accounts Specialist Finance Qatar jobs in Qatar

An organization built on professionalism, extensive experience, and guest-centricity, Desert Gate was the long-sought dream of a visionary who established the company in 2004 as a supplier of the local needs of top-level tour operators in the UAE. Today, it is a full-fledged premium DMC, serving the seven emirates of the UAE, Oman, the Maldives, and its newest destinations Qatar and Mauritius. Over the years, the company has been recognised and rewarded for its innovative approach to product design as well as providing top notch service to its guests.

With a solid financial base complemented by a well-proven, reliable top management boasting 75 years of combined experience in the travel industry, Desert Gate envisions becoming the number one luxury travel group in the Gulf region, with a plan to expand its services to other destinations that are culturally connected to its home market.

Desert Gate is part of the MTS Globe group ( ) and through that partnership has access to the best-in-class technology and cleanest XML feed in the industry. Also, as a traditional DMC, Desert Gate has all you can expect from a first-rate ground handler, such as excellent contracting, creative excursions, and superior in-resort service levels.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Specialist to join our Finance team in Qatar. This entry-level role supports the overall accounting operations by performing day-to-day tasks such as journal entries, bank reconciliations, Supplier cost validation, follow up with clients and assisting with financial reporting.

• Assist with preparing and posting journal entries into the accounting system.
• Help maintain general ledger records and support monthly closing processes.
• Assist in monthly supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Support the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams with data entry, cost validation, follow up with clients and documentation.
• Perform basic bank reconciliations and resolve minor discrepancies.
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for audits and financial reports.
• Ensure proper filing and organization of financial documents and records.
• Collaborate with the chief Accountant for account analysis and report generation.
• Follow accounting policies and procedures in compliance with local regulations.
• Utilize Microsoft Dynamics NAV / NVB for daily accounting tasks.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of accounting standards and practices.
• 1–2 years of experience in General Accounting or a similar role (preferred).
• Familiarity with financial reporting, controlling, and balance sheet principles.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics NAV / NVB (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Budgeting:

• Lead the annual budgeting process across all business units.
• Collaborate with department and subsidiary heads to consolidate and align budgets.
• Build financial models that support strategic business goals and performance targets.

Forecasting & Analysis:

• Develop dynamic financial forecasts and scenario planning models.
• Track and report monthly, quarterly, and annual performance against budget.
• Conduct variance analysis with actionable insights and recommendations.

Strategic Support:

• Evaluate investments, M&A opportunities, and other strategic initiatives through detailed business case analysis.
• Support the executive team with data-driven insights to inform long-term strategic planning.

Reporting & KPIs:

• Prepare financial reports and dashboards for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify and monitor key performance indicators across business units.
• Present clear and concise financial insights to drive business performance.

Process Improvement & Compliance:

• Identify areas for process optimization in FP&A and implement best practices.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with financial policies and standards.
• Leverage ERP and financial tools for automation and efficiency.

Skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline (Master's / MBA / CFA preferred).
• 5-7 years of progressive FP&A experience, ideally in the hospitality, restaurant, or real estate sectors.
• Strong hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ERP and BI tools (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Power BI) are a plus.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong business partnering mindset with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders.
• Leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing FP&A team.
• Preferred: Experience in hotel or restaurant operations at a managerial level.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Budgeting:

• Lead the annual budgeting process across all business units.
• Collaborate with department and subsidiary heads to consolidate and align budgets.
• Build financial models that support strategic business goals and performance targets.

Forecasting & Analysis:

• Develop dynamic financial forecasts and scenario planning models.
• Track and report monthly, quarterly, and annual performance against budget.
• Conduct variance analysis with actionable insights and recommendations.

Strategic Support:

• Evaluate investments, M&A opportunities, and other strategic initiatives through detailed business case analysis.
• Support the executive team with data-driven insights to inform long-term strategic planning.

Reporting & KPIs:

• Prepare financial reports and dashboards for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify and monitor key performance indicators across business units.
• Present clear and concise financial insights to drive business performance.

Process Improvement & Compliance:

• Identify areas for process optimization in FP&A and implement best practices.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with financial policies and standards.
• Leverage ERP and financial tools for automation and efficiency.

Skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline (Master’s / MBA / CFA preferred).
• 5–7 years of progressive FP&A experience, ideally in the hospitality, restaurant, or real estate sectors.
• Strong hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ERP and BI tools (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Power BI) are a plus.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong business partnering mindset with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders.
• Leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing FP&A team.
• Preferred: Experience in hotel or restaurant operations at a managerial level.

• PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO QATARI CANDIDATES

Lead and oversee the preparation of consolidated group performance reports and variance analyses for management, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Manage the timely delivery of quarterly, half-year financial statements in line with CSA requirements and accounting standards. Oversee the preparation and consolidation of group and entity level budgets and forecasts, ensuring they are in line with CSA requirements and accounting standards.

Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities :

1. Lead the preparation and completion of quarterly, half-yearly, and annual financial statements within the required timeline for all wholly owned and JV entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS / US GAAP and Corporate Services Agreements.

2. Lead the preparation and completion of the Group's consolidated quarterly, half-yearly, and annual financial performance reports and variance analyses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS.

3. Lead and oversee the preparation of consolidated, wholly owned, and JV entities' Management Information System (MIS) packages for presentation to management, JV partners, and the board.

4. Oversee the timely preparation and presentation of materials for the Board of Directors and provide other required financial analyses to all relevant stakeholders.

5. Present entity and group level performance in the CFO's quarterly review meeting.

6. Oversee and monitors the planning and manage entity level external auditors for annual statutory audit, half-yearly review and interim audit to ensure that all audit queries are adequately addressed and resolved in a timely manner

7. Analyze and provide insights on the financial performance impacts of organizational initiatives, such as commercial growth, divestment of assets, M&A, financing, and leasing arrangements.

8. Oversee the preparation of the internal vessel technical managing company's monthly OPEX cost report, providing analysis and commentary on variances.

9. Leads and coordinates the ongoing development and maintenance of the MIS and reporting tools (Power BI), ensuring accuracy and reliability of financial reports, while fostering skill development within the team and ensuring knowledge sharing.

Planning

10. Lead the preparation and consolidation of Nakilat's annual budget, short- and long-term forecasts, ensuring they meet management's requirements and provide comprehensive analysis and explanations.

11. Leads, plans, and directs the preparation of the financial slides for JV Board meeting and present the annual budget to the JV Board where required.

12. Lead and manage the company's financial risk activities, including risk identification, assessment, and mitigation for both new and existing projects. Serve as the Risk Champion, ensuring that financial risk management practices are embedded across the organization and aligned with strategic objectives.

Internal Controls

13. Monitors internal KPI targets and interacts with the different functions for regular performance reviews and evaluation of actual data.

14. Ensure all applicable financial controls are adhered to.

15. Achieve all functional objectives and KPI's set are in accordance with the approved plans and timeline.

16. Lead, plan, and direct the timely preparation of ad-hoc models and analysis to support operational and strategic business decisions.

17. Support Investor Relations team where required - (dealing with regulatory authorities & shareholders' inquiries, Nakilat's Board meetings AGM / EGM and related communications with regulatory authorities, etc.).

Accountabilities - 2

Generic Accountabilities :

Safety, Health, Environment, & Quality (SHEQ)

18. Adhere to all relevant SHEQ policies, procedures, instructions, and controls so that NAKILAT provides a safe, world class, secure and environmentally responsible service to customers, the public and its own people.

19. Ensure policies and procedures for financial planning and management reporting functions are aligned with best practices and continuously improved.

20. Implement approved policies, processes, and procedures, and provide instructions to subordinates to ensure their proper implementation.

Others :

21. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the team to drive efficiency in financial planning & reporting processes.

22. Coordinate and communicate with JV partners / vessel managers / charterers on regular basis.

23. Carry out any other duties as directed by the Financial Planning & Reporting Manager.

Qualifications, Experience and Job Skills

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or any related field
• Specialized Accounting certificates (CPA, ACCA, CA, CMA or equivalent).

Experience :

• Minimum 8 years of related experience in a multinational company in a similar position, preferably in a similar industry.

Job Specific Skills :

• Advanced knowledge of accounting and financial principles and tools. (US GAAP & IFRSs)
• Knowledge of financial concepts and statistical / analytical methods and ability to use data effectively to develop, implement and manage operational plans and actions
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Willingness and ability to roll up your sleeves and build complex models
• Fluency in English essential (written & spoken) and Arabic is preferred.

• PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO QATARI CANDIDATES

Lead and oversee the preparation of consolidated group performance reports and variance analyses for management, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Manage the timely delivery of quarterly, half-year financial statements in line with CSA requirements and accounting standards. Oversee the preparation and consolidation of group and entity level budgets and forecasts, ensuring they are in line with CSA requirements and accounting standards.

Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities :

1. Lead the preparation and completion of quarterly, half-yearly, and annual financial statements within the required timeline for all wholly owned and JV entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS / US GAAP and Corporate Services Agreements.

2. Lead the preparation and completion of the Group’s consolidated quarterly, half-yearly, and annual financial performance reports and variance analyses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS.

3. Lead and oversee the preparation of consolidated, wholly owned, and JV entities’ Management Information System (MIS) packages for presentation to management, JV partners, and the board.

4. Oversee the timely preparation and presentation of materials for the Board of Directors and provide other required financial analyses to all relevant stakeholders.

5. Present entity and group level performance in the CFO’s quarterly review meeting.

6. Oversee and monitors the planning and manage entity level external auditors for annual statutory audit, half-yearly review and interim audit to ensure that all audit queries are adequately addressed and resolved in a timely manner

7. Analyze and provide insights on the financial performance impacts of organizational initiatives, such as commercial growth, divestment of assets, M&A, financing, and leasing arrangements.

8. Oversee the preparation of the internal vessel technical managing company’s monthly OPEX cost report, providing analysis and commentary on variances.

9. Leads and coordinates the ongoing development and maintenance of the MIS and reporting tools (Power BI), ensuring accuracy and reliability of financial reports, while fostering skill development within the team and ensuring knowledge sharing.

Planning

10. Lead the preparation and consolidation of Nakilat's annual budget, short- and long-term forecasts, ensuring they meet management's requirements and provide comprehensive analysis and explanations.

11. Leads, plans, and directs the preparation of the financial slides for JV Board meeting and present the annual budget to the JV Board where required.

12. Lead and manage the company's financial risk activities, including risk identification, assessment, and mitigation for both new and existing projects. Serve as the Risk Champion, ensuring that financial risk management practices are embedded across the organization and aligned with strategic objectives.

Internal Controls

13. Monitors internal KPI targets and interacts with the different functions for regular performance reviews and evaluation of actual data.

14. Ensure all applicable financial controls are adhered to.

15. Achieve all functional objectives and KPI’s set are in accordance with the approved plans and timeline.

16. Lead, plan, and direct the timely preparation of ad-hoc models and analysis to support operational and strategic business decisions.

17. Support Investor Relations team where required – (dealing with regulatory authorities & shareholders’ inquiries, Nakilat’s Board meetings AGM / EGM and related communications with regulatory authorities, etc.).

Accountabilities - 2

Generic Accountabilities :

Safety, Health, Environment, & Quality (SHEQ)

18. Adhere to all relevant SHEQ policies, procedures, instructions, and controls so that NAKILAT provides a safe, world class, secure and environmentally responsible service to customers, the public and its own people.

19. Ensure policies and procedures for financial planning and management reporting functions are aligned with best practices and continuously improved.

20. Implement approved policies, processes, and procedures, and provide instructions to subordinates to ensure their proper implementation.

Others :

21. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the team to drive efficiency in financial planning & reporting processes.

22. Coordinate and communicate with JV partners / vessel managers / charterers on regular basis.

23. Carry out any other duties as directed by the Financial Planning & Reporting Manager.

Qualifications, Experience and Job Skills

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or any related field
• Specialized Accounting certificates (CPA, ACCA, CA, CMA or equivalent).

Experience :

• Minimum 8 years of related experience in a multinational company in a similar position, preferably in a similar industry.

Job Specific Skills :

• Advanced knowledge of accounting and financial principles and tools. (US GAAP & IFRSs)
• Knowledge of financial concepts and statistical / analytical methods and ability to use data effectively to develop, implement and manage operational plans and actions
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Willingness and ability to roll up your sleeves and build complex models
• Fluency in English essential (written & spoken) and Arabic is preferred.

The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager is responsible for financial modeling related to industry and regional competitive intelligence, strategic planning, cash management, and treasury projects. This role oversees Group management and statutory reporting, including monthly and quarterly reports, budgets, and forecasts, along with in-depth analysis of key metrics to support senior management in delivering the Group's financial performance.

Job Responsibilities

1. Develop business planning processes, prepare reports, and analyze key financial metrics.
2. Deliver in-depth financial analysis and narratives for operational and strategic decision-making.
3. Analyze financial models for industry and regional intelligence, strategic planning, and cash management.
4. Design drivers-based plans and provide analytical support to leadership.
5. Ensure robust forecasting processes with stakeholder input.
6. Prepare budgets, forecasts, executive reports, and evaluate business opportunities aligned with strategic goals.
7. Collaborate with operational teams to meet business objectives and develop proposals.
8. Assist in modeling acquisitions and provide commercial guidance.
9. Develop models for strategic plans and transactions.
10. Work with department heads and HR to optimize results.
11. Provide insights into budgeting and strategic planning processes.
12. Engage closely with the CFO to facilitate business interactions.
13. Perform ad hoc analyses and oversee financial systems implementation.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Prepare annual budgets and monthly forecasts, monitor reconciliations.
2. Develop financial plans, conduct comparative analyses, and prepare annual budgets.
3. Coordinate with business units and managers to enhance financial support.
4. Report on income and expenses, compile financial data, and prepare final reports.
5. Develop consolidated forecasts in collaboration with sales and operations teams.
6. Evaluate financial results and conduct commercial analyses.

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Deep knowledge of IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working with executive teams.
• Proficiency with the latest accounting tools/software.
• Understanding of auditing, risk management, and control processes.
• Strong grasp of finance and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, audit quality, and industry specifics, especially in construction and the Middle East.
• ERP experience, preferably SAP.

Job Experience

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including 5 years in supervisory roles, with GCC experience as a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounts and Finance.
• Professional qualification such as CA or CMA.