Accountant

About the role

Wajda Group is seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Accountant to join its Finance Department in Kuwait. The role involves managing the general ledger, preparing financial statements, and supporting cash‑flow and budgeting activities across its telecom, contracting and trading businesses.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the General Ledger and ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage daily, weekly and monthly cash‑flow forecasts.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, monitor receivable aging and coordinate collections.
• Maintain the fixed‑asset register, depreciation schedules and support payroll accounting.
• Conduct budget vs. actual variance analysis and produce management reports.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, VAT regulations and internal controls, and support internal and external audits.
• Record and manage transactions using ERP systems, preferably Odoo.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in telecom, contracting or trading sectors.
• Professional accounting qualification.
• Proven experience in cash‑flow management, budgeting and financial forecasting.

Required skills

• Odoo ERP system.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of IFRS.
• Understanding of VAT regulations.