Chief Accountant

Duties, Responsibilities, and Accountabilities

• Participate in the preparation of the section’s operational plans, policies, and work procedures.
• Conduct the final review of audit procedures related to accounting entries transferred from other sections within the Finance Department on a monthly basis.
• Audit the execution of recording and processing procedures for adjustments received from other sections based on the written approval of the Head of the concerned Section.
• Perform reconciliation procedures for bank statements and accounting ledgers related to revenues and payments.
• Execute the monthly and annual financial closing procedures for general ledger accounts and payment accounts in accordance with the deadlines set by the Dubai Government Department of Finance.
• Review the financial aspects of the Corporation’s contracts in coordination with the relevant organizational units to ensure the accuracy of financial data, contractual terms, and delay penalties.
• Audit treasury cash reports and bank statements on a daily basis, and monitor revenues, cash deposits, and cheques.
• Audit and review the implementation of monthly and annual financial closing procedures for revenue accounts in accordance with the deadlines established by the Dubai Government Department of Finance.
• Perform any other duties related to the work of the Section or as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, or Higher Diploma in Accounting or an equivalent qualification

Experience