Associate Accounting Manager
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About the Role
Michael Page seeks an Associate Accounting Manager for a global hospitality and services provider. The role involves managing month-end close, intercompany reconciliations, VAT returns, and supporting budgeting and forecasting.
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Responsibilities
- Manage month end close activities including accruals, payroll entries, journals and provisions
- Oversee entity close processes across local accounting systems and US reporting platforms
- Maintain the nominal ledger and prepare accurate balance sheet reconciliations
- Monitor daily sales performance and maintain associated reporting and master data
- Lead margin analysis on a weekly basis and support forecast submissions
- Deliver variance analysis with clear management commentary
- Review, reconcile and resolve intercompany balances for all assigned entities
- Manage royalty and rebate accrual processes
- Update exchange rates and monitor exposure to foreign currency risk
- Act as the key point of contact for external auditors in the UAE and UK
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and segregation of duties requirements
- Prepare and submit UAE VAT returns and assist with other indirect tax requirements
Requirements
- Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
- Professional accounting board membership preferred
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in an accounting environment
- At least 2 years' experience handling office administration responsibilities
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong capability in other MS Office tools
- Ability to work independently in a fast paced, multitasking environment
- Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
- Candidates must be based in the UAE
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About Our Client
- Our client is a global provider of products and solutions within the hospitality and services sector, supplying customers across international markets.
- The organisation operates in a fast paced, commercially driven environment and is part of a larger multinational group known for strong operational standards and continuous growth.
Job Description
- Manage month end close activities including accruals, payroll entries, journals and provisions
- Oversee entity close processes across local accounting systems and US reporting platforms
- Maintain the nominal ledger and prepare accurate balance sheet reconciliations
- Monitor daily sales performance and maintain associated reporting and master data
- Lead margin analysis on a weekly basis and support forecast submissions
- Deliver variance analysis with clear management commentary
- Review, reconcile and resolve intercompany balances for all assigned entities
- Manage royalty and rebate accrual processes
- Update exchange rates and monitor exposure to foreign currency risk
- Act as the key point of contact for external auditors in the UAE and UK
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and segregation of duties requirements
- Prepare and submit UAE VAT returns and assist with other indirect tax requirements
The Successful Applicant
- Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
- Professional accounting board membership preferred
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in an accounting environment
- At least 2 years' experience handling office administration responsibilities
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong capability in other MS Office tools
- Experience with ERP or BI systems is an advantage
- Ability to work independently in a fast paced, multitasking environment
- Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
- Candidates must be based in the UAE
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