Mid-Level Accountant – Finance Department

About the role

Wajda Group is seeking a proactive, detail‑oriented Accountant to join its Finance Department in Kuwait. The role focuses on accurate financial recording, cash flow management, and supporting budgeting and forecasting activities.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the General Ledger and ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including bank reconciliations.
• Produce daily, weekly and monthly cash‑flow forecasts and monitor liquidity.
• Support working‑capital management, payment planning and fund utilization.
• Coordinate cash‑flow forecasting and financial planning with management.
• Conduct Budget vs. Actual variance analysis and prepare management reports.
• Monitor receivable aging and follow up on collections.
• Maintain the fixed‑asset register and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with payroll accounting and month‑end/year‑end closing.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, VAT regulations, company policies and internal controls.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Record and manage transactions using ERP systems, preferably Odoo.
• Contribute to annual budgeting and other finance‑related projects.

Required profile

• Post‑graduate degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 5‑7 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CMA, CPA or CA – part qualified or qualified).
• Proven experience in cash‑flow management, budgeting and financial forecasting.
• Experience in telecom, contracting, engineering or trading & sales sectors is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and VAT regulations.
• Ability to work independently and meet reporting deadlines.

Required skills

• ERP systems – Odoo
• Microsoft Excel (advanced)
• IFRS compliance
• VAT regulations