Accountant

Oman Investment Authority

Key Result Areas:

Financial database and reports for funds;

Reconciliation and accounting for trades; and

Compliance with Company and Government accounting related regulations

Key Routine Tasks:

Book keeping for various portfolios and investment funds and record filing;

Reconcile and account for trades done on daily basis for various portfolios and investment funds;

Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document transactions.

Liaise with external parties such as Brokers, banks to gather and provide information required for investment funds;

Assure that the work meets quality and production standards by reviewing the work for accuracy and proper completion and monitoring output;

Maintain financial data bases and ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.

Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.

Assist in preparing monthly closing accounting reports for funds.

Carry out other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Skills:

Technical Skills:

Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections is required.

Attention to details and accuracy is required.

Excellent judgement and problem solving skills are required.

Soft Skills:

Excellent planning and organizing skills are essential to achieve the multiple daily deadlines for deliverables, with a mature approach;

Excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with the other internal Departments and Third Parties;

Excellent written and spoken skills in English and Arabic are required.

Work Experience / Knowledge:

Minimum 0-2 experience in similar role is required.

Knowledge of finance, and accounting principles is required.

Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications is required.