Group Senior Accountant

Overview

Role Purpose

Key Responsibilities1. Financial Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Manage full-cycle accounting across all entities (UAE, KSA, and future markets)
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions in **Xero and Zoho Books**
• Maintain general ledger, journals, accruals, and reconciliations
• Oversee accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes
• Monitor cash flow and ensure proper allocation of funds

2. Financial Reporting

• Prepare **monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports**
• Consolidate financials across multiple entities
• Produce **P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements**
• Provide variance analysis vs. budget and prior periods
• Ensure reports are accurate, timely, and aligned with management expectations

3. FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes across all branches
• Develop **financial models and forecasts (monthly / quarterly / annual)**
• Track performance against targets (sales, costs, margins, KPIs)
• Analyze marketing spend, operational costs, and profitability by branch
• Provide actionable insights to improve financial performance

4. Compliance & Regulatory

• Ensure compliance with **UAE VAT regulations** and **KSA ZATCA requirements**
• Prepare and submit VAT filings and tax documentation
• Support audits (internal and external) and liaise with auditors
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails
• Ensure adherence to internal financial policies and controls

5. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor daily cash positions across all entities
• Prepare **cash flow forecasts (weekly & monthly)**
• Optimize payment schedules and manage supplier terms
• Support cost control and cash preservation initiatives

6. Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Develop and enforce **financial controls and SOPs**
• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements
• Ensure proper approval workflows for expenses and payments
• Support system optimization (Xero, reporting tools, dashboards)

7. Business Partnering

• Work closely with **Operations, Marketing, HR, and Leadership teams**
• Support branch managers with financial insights and performance tracking
• Provide guidance on budgeting, cost control, and profitability
• Act as a key finance partner in business decision-making

8. Systems & Reporting Tools

• Maintain and optimize **Xero** and related financial systems
• Support development of **dashboards and reporting tools (Excel, BI tools, AI tools)**
• Ensure data integrity across systems

Key Deliverables And Kpis

• Timely and accurate monthly financial reports
• Forecast accuracy vs. actual performance
• Improved cost control and margin optimization
• Strong compliance with VAT / tax requirements
• Cash flow visibility and stability
• Implementation of financial controls and SOPs

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional certification preferred (**CPA / ACCA / CMA**)
• Minimum **5–7 years of experience** in accounting and financial reporting
• Experience in **multi-entity / multi-country environments**
• Experience in **UAE (mandatory)** and KSA (preferred) regulations
• Strong experience with **Xero or similar accounting systems**

Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial and analytical skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced Excel skills (financial modeling, reporting)
• Commercial mindset with ability to translate data into insights
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, scaling environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Behavioral Attributes

• Proactive and solutions-oriented
• High level of ownership and accountability
• Structured and process-driven
• Ability to challenge and improve existing processes
• Team player with leadership potential

Why Join Furless Group

• Be part of a fast-growing, multi-entity business across UAE & KSA
• Exposure to strategic finance and expansion projects
• Opportunity to build and shape finance processes from the ground up
• Work closely with senior leadership on high-impact initiatives

Job Type: Permanent