Senior Accountant

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions.
• Oversee bookkeeping, journal entries, sales, purchases, expenses, receipts, and payments.
• Perform and review bank, cash, customer, and supplier reconciliations.
• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Review accounting records and supporting documents for accuracy, classification, and compliance.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and management accounts.
• Assist with preparing and reviewing financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Monitor compliance with UAE VAT and other applicable financial regulations.
• Coordinate with internal teams to obtain missing documents and information for accounting and reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, cash flow monitoring, and financial analysis when required.
• Support external auditors by providing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Identify accounting discrepancies, implement corrective actions, and ensure procedures and internal controls are followed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of relevant accounting experience, with strong UAE experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UAE VAT, accounting principles, and applicable financial regulations.
• A professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software such as Zoho, SAP, QuickBooks, or similar.
• Experience preparing financial statements and management reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to independently manage multiple accounting functions and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

What the Employer Offers

• Professional and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity for career growth within a diversified group.
• Exposure to multiple business activities and accounting functions.

Work Schedule

• Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM–6:30 PM.
• Saturday: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM, remote.