Senior Finance Officer

About us

Al Khor International School is a 3 to 18, co-educational and non-selective international school. Owned by Qatargas, the world’s largest producer of liquefied natural gas, AKIS caters primarily for the children of the company’s employees. We are one of the largest international schools in the Middle East with more than 4,000 students across our, British Curriculum and CBSE Curriculum schools. The school has exceptional facilities and is located in Al Khor Community, 40 minutes north of Qatar’s capital city Doha.

The opportunity:

The Senior Finance Officer will be part of a dynamic and diverse Finance team of AKIS responsible for providing accounting and bookkeeping services to both British and CBSE schools. The successful candidate will be mainly responsible for managing the overall financial records of the two schools ensuring that all asset, liability, and equity accounts are maintained and reconciled accordingly, and preparation of the monthly and annual financial reports in line with the established policies and procedures. The role is also responsible for performing quality checks and reviews on all finance transactions, schedules, reports, presentation, etc. for endorsement and approval of the Lead Finance. 

 Skills and qualities: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, commerce, or finance, and should possess a professional valid license, i.e., CPA, CMA or Chartered Accountant. 
• Solid background and advanced experience in finance and accounting with minimum of 5-7 years’ work experience. 
• Proficient knowledge on financial reporting and related regulatory standards with excellent numerical and analytical skills. 
• Advanced computer skills including the use of spreadsheets and other computerised applications and accounting software. 
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills. 
• Advanced problem-solving skills with keen attention to details. 
• Excellent team-player.

What we offer:

Our excellent compensation package includes:    

•   A highly competitive tax-free salary  
•   Access to excellent leisure clubs, including restaurants, swimming pools, gymnasiums, and other sporting facilities. For more details please click on the following link http://www.akcommunity.org/    
•   Free education provided at AKIS for up to 4 children                                      
•   High quality Continuous Professional Development (CPD) 
•   Housing allowance or accommodation 
•   Furniture allowance 
•   Baggage allowance 
•   Annual flight allowances for employee and eligible dependants 
•   Medical cover 
•   End of service benefits

Recruitment requirements: 

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to submit fully attested degree and professional certificates, transcripts and police certificate.

Please note that due to government regulations we can only consider applicants who are below 50 years of age.

How to apply:

Please click on this link and apply on the relevant AKIS job posting.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing date: 

3 November 2021