Head Accountant

Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, financial reporting, and month-end/year-end close processes.
• Provide strategic financial analysis and insights to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Ensure full compliance with local Qatar regulations (IFRS/QAS) and relevant European accounting standards where applicable.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team, setting performance benchmarks and fostering a culture of precision and accountability.
• Oversee internal and external audits; liaise with auditors and regulatory bodies with confidence and authority.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve internal controls, financial policies, and procedures.
• Monitor cash flow, budgets, and forecasts; identify risks and opportunities proactively.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with finance, operations, and executive leadership.
• Handle complex, multi-entity or multi-currency accounting environments, particularly involving European entities.
• Drive process automation and efficiency improvements across the finance function.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior or leadership capacity (preferably has work experience from the Big 4 Firms)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, CA, ACCA, or CMA certification is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with European accounts, multi-jurisdiction financial management, or cross-border reporting.
• Strong audit background — internal and/or external audit exposure is a significant advantage.
• Exceptional proficiency in IFRS and a solid understanding of European GAAP/reporting frameworks.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex financial data into actionable intelligence.
• Proficiency in leading ERP/accounting systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Outstanding attention to detail combined with the ability to see the big picture strategically.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; ability to present financial findings to C-suite executives.
• Based in Qatar