Accountant - Coffee & Bakery Business

About the role

White Roastery, a Kuwait-based specialty coffee company offering wholesale coffee supply, equipment, barista training and corporate coffee solutions, is hiring a full-time, on-site Accountant in Kuwait City. The Accountant manages day-to-day financial activities and supports the finance of café, bakery and wholesale operations.

Key responsibilities

• Record and reconcile transactions, prepare invoices and track accounts receivable and payable
• Maintain accurate general ledger entries
• Support monthly and annual closing, assist in budget preparation and monitor cash flow
• Prepare financial reports for management
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and local regulations, and coordinate with internal teams and external partners
• Help streamline finance processes

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field preferred; CPA or CMA certification is an advantage
• Prior experience in F&B, retail or hospitality accounting is beneficial, including inventory, COGS and margin monitoring
• Strong attention to detail, organization and time management, and clear written and verbal communication

Required skills

• General ledger, accounts payable and receivable, bank and cash reconciliations and journal entry posting
• Financial reporting and analysis: balance sheets, income statements, cash flow reports and variance/cost analyses
• Proficiency in accounting software and productivity tools, ideally ERP or POS systems and Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of Kuwait accounting standards and local tax and regulatory requirements