4 Associate Director jobs in Qatar

We are seeking a dynamic and accomplished professional to join our
Accounting & Reporting Consulting (ARC)
practice in Qatar at the
Associate Director
level. The role involves leading and growing the ARC practice by driving strategic client engagements, managing large and complex projects, and developing high-performing teams. The ideal candidate will have deep technical accounting expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in managing senior client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple complex engagements across accounting advisory, financial reporting transformation, and technical accounting.
• Provide expert guidance on IFRS, IPSAS, and transaction accounting including business combinations, consolidations, and other complex accounting matters.
• Drive strategic initiatives related to finance transformation, accounting process optimization, and systems implementation support.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with CFOs, Finance Directors, and key stakeholders.
• Manage engagement economics, profitability, and project delivery excellence across multiple teams.
• Play a key role in business development by identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and leading client discussions.
• Contribute to thought leadership, white papers, and technical publications.
• Mentor and coach Managers and Assistant Managers, fostering a high-performance culture and supporting career growth.
• Collaborate with leadership to grow the ARC practice footprint in Qatar and the wider Middle East.

Requirements

• Professional Qualification: CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent.
• Experience: 12–15 years of relevant experience in accounting advisory, financial reporting, or audit, with substantial experience in a consulting or Big 4 environment.
• Strong technical expertise in IFRS, IPSAS, and complex accounting transactions.
• Proven experience in leading large-scale client engagements and managing senior stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship management skills.
• Regional experience in the Middle East preferred; willingness to be based in Qatar.

Benefits
What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead high-impact engagements with top-tier clients across the region.
• A collaborative environment that encourages innovation and leadership.
• Strong platform for professional and career growth within the firm.
• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with senior leadership roles.

Organization- Grand Hyatt Doha
Summary
At Grand Hyatt Doha, we focus on our brand promise of delivering Moments of More by offering challenging and rewarding careers that are more than just your typical job. Our values of
Wellbeing, Inclusion, Respect, Empathy, Integrity,
and
Experimentation
are the core of what we do. Our family atmosphere is what keeps our colleagues highly engaged.

You will be responsible for the efficient running of the department in line with Hyatt International's Corporate Strategies and brand standards, whilst meeting employee, guest, and owner expectations. The Associate Director of Events is responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the Events department, covering both the catering sales as well as convention services functions of the hotel.

Qualifications

• Ideally with a relevant degree or diploma in Hospitality or Tourism management
• Minimum 2 years work experience as Senior Catering Manager or Convention Services Manager
• Good operational, administrative, and interpersonal skills are a must
• Schedule flexibility is necessary, and the ability to multitask
• Preferably residing in GCC countries with fluency in the local language, and support for transfer

About KPMG Qatar:

KPMG has had a presence in Qatar for nearly 47 years. We opened for business in Qatar in 1977 and are now one of the largest and most prestigious professional services firms in the country.

KPMG in Qatar employs over 400 professional staff and partners. We recruit the best and brightest from around the world and currently employ 30 nationalities. For our clients, this means we provide Audit, Tax and Advisory services locally, drawing on the latest thinking and best practice from around the world.

Business Unit Overview:

KPMG's Advisory practice is one of the largest Advisory businesses worldwide and the major growth area for our organization. Our services are focused on providing professional advisory services to different suites of clients ranging from financial services, aviation, public sector amongst others. Our Advisory teams support businesses as they restructure and expand, whether organically or by acquisition. We help them to become more efficient and provide support as they adapt to the challenges posed by a rapidly changing business environment.

Sub-Business Unit Overview: Enterprise Risk Services:

Enterprise Risk Services can help organizations transform risk into enduring competitive advantage while navigating your most complex business issues. Drawing on our deep knowledge and industry insights, we can help you analyze risk, create value, and strategically manage outcomes for success. We help align your risk appetite with desired returns while applying a forward-thinking, global mindset to corporate strategy and culture.

Role Overview:

Manages one or more client engagements or components of large-scale engagements of moderate

complexity Provides technical knowledge, coaching and training to junior team members Ensures

effective engagement management by achieving the required realization, revenue and profitability

targets. May participate in day-to-day management of team on engagements including coaching,

providing constructive feedback and performance development This role also has an increased focus

on business development and building networks.

Primary Job Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Develop the market and generate business

• Be part of setting the business strategy with the director and the partner

• Lead and manage a team of risk consultants to deliver exceptional client service and value.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understand their business needs, and provide tailored risk management solutions to meet their objectives.

• Lead the development and implementation of risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.

• Lead the development of risk appetites, risk assessments and risk mitigation plans.

• Developed risk management dashboards.

• Support in providing risk management solutions to clients.

• Work on other services such as governance, internal control, internal audit and compliance.

• Contribute to business development efforts.

• Keep abreast of industry trends, regulations, and emerging risks to provide thought leadership and insights to clients and the firm.

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field. MBA or relevant post-graduate qualifications are a plus.

• Professional certification such as PRM, FRM, CPA, CFA, CIA, or relevant industry certifications preferred. ISO 31000 is a plus.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in risk management consulting, preferably within a Big 4 or similar professional services firm.

• Worked on large risk management projects, preferably in the GCC and across several industries mainly government and public sector

• Worked on other consulting projects such as policies and procedures, internal control, governance and compliance.