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Senior Accountant
The Digital Hotelier
Dubai, UAE
Full Time
Senior
1 months ago
General LedgerAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivablePayrollFinancial ReportingUAE VAT
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About the Role
The Digital Hotelier (TDH) seeks a Senior Accountant (Arabic Speaker) to oversee end-to-end accounting and financial control. The role requires 3-5 years experience, UAE VAT knowledge, IFRS compliance, and fluency in Arabic and English.
Key Skills for This Role
General LedgerAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivablePayrollFinancial ReportingUAE VAT
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, and payroll.
- Ensure compliance with IFRS and UAE regulations, including VAT and corporate tax.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Lead month end and year end closing processes.
- Supervise junior accountant(s), review entries, and ensure timely reconciliation of accounts.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities.
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Monitor cash flow and working capital management.
- Develop and implement internal controls and financial policies.
- Maintain and improve accounting systems and reporting processes.
- Process monthly payroll and employee related payments.
- Support CFO in strategic financial initiatives and investor reporting.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA, CMA, or equivalent preferred
- 3 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role
- Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written)
- In depth knowledge of UAE VAT laws and corporate tax readiness
- Strong command of IFRS and financial reporting standards
- Proficient with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Zoho Books
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills
- High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a fast paced environment
Full Job Posting
Role Overview
- We are looking for a Senior Accountant (Arabic Speaker) to join our Finance team and take ownership of end to end accounting and financial control functions. The ideal candidate brings a solid accounting background, deep understanding of local compliance and tax regulations (especially UAE VAT), and
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, and payroll
- Ensure compliance with IFRS and UAE regulations, including VAT and corporate tax
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Lead month end and year end closing processes
- Supervise junior accountant(s), review entries, and ensure timely reconciliation of accounts
- Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Monitor cash flow and working capital management
- Develop and implement internal controls and financial policies
- Maintain and improve accounting systems and reporting processes
- Process monthly payroll and employee related payments
- Support CFO in strategic financial initiatives and investor reporting
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA, CMA, or equivalent preferred
- 3 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role
- Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written)
- In depth knowledge of UAE VAT laws and corporate tax readiness
- Strong command of IFRS and financial reporting standards
- Proficient with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Zoho Books
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills
- High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a fast paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in SaaS, digital services, or hospitality industries
- Exposure to startup or high growth company environments
- Hands on experience in financial modelling and forecasting
- Familiarity with cloud based ERP systems
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