Senior Accountant – F&B in Manama

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in the Food & Beverage sector. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong financial acumen, and can confidently oversee end-to-end accounting operations.

As a Senior Accountant, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain strong internal controls, and support management with clear financial insights that drive better decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, monthly reports, and variance analyses.

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.

• Manage payroll, staff reimbursements, and ensure all financial transactions are properly documented.

• Ensure compliance with Bahrain accounting standards, VAT regulations, and statutory requirements.

• Handle month-end and year-end closing processes, reconciliations, and audit preparations.

• Monitor cash flow, prepare weekly/monthly cash flow forecasts, and identify potential shortfalls.

• Review daily, weekly, and monthly COGS reports, wastage reports, and inventory variances.

• Work closely with Purchasing and Storekeeping to verify PO–delivery–invoice accuracy.

• Monitor inventory movement across outlets and ensure accurate recording of consumption, transfers, and adjustments.

• Conduct bank reconciliations, POS reconciliations, and verify online aggregator settlements (e.g., Talabat, Jahez).

• Provide detailed cost and margin analysis, including menu engineering and dish profitability reports.

• Strengthen internal controls for cash handling, petty cash, inventory, and procurement processes.

• Review vendor contracts, pricing updates, and credit terms to ensure financial advantage for the business.

• Maintain vendor ledgers and reconcile balances monthly.

• Prepare and file VAT returns and ensure complete documentation for regulatory audits.

• Provide financial dashboards, KPI reports, and insights to support management decisions.

• Collaborate with operations, purchasing, and management teams to improve financial accuracy and reduce operational inefficiencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within the Food & Beverage or hospitality sector.

• Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., ERP systems) and advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• High attention to detail, accuracy, and a strong sense of responsibility.

• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.