Senior Accountant for Saraji Group in Basra, Iraq

Any Arabic National, Any European National, Indian, Filipino

A Senior Accountant is responsible for the performance of general ledger accounting, preparation of financial accounts, monthly opening and closing of accounts and preparation of balance sheets. The Senior Accountant shall demonstrate initiative in understanding the processes of flows and controls and will be in charge of the following areas: general accounting, fixed assets, and trend analysis and profit/loss accounts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Generate, analyze and review financial data that reflects actual finance performance against the budget

Assist in and supervise quarterly and annual entries and filings In charge of preparation of accounting records, research of transactions and reports

Perform regular and recurring accounting functions that require professional competence

Document accounting procedures and transactions used for financial management procedures and auditing purposes

Prepare tax schedules and apply basic knowledge of Iraqi tax rules to assist in tax reports and returns

Apply financial procedures in line with company policy
Research and collect data to be used in financial transactions

Participate in the annual operating budgeting process, analysis and review of annual operating budget proposals

Communicate on behalf of the company with business contacts and pertinent agencies

Skills:

Proficiency in use of accounting softwares

Good spoken and written communication skills 

Knowledge in Mathematics, English and Business related subjects

Education and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Minimum 5 years of experience in finance, public accounting and corporate accounting 

Strong attention to details

info@sarajigroup.com 
jkitchen@sarajigroup.com