Senior Accountant

Confidential Company

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Posted 7 min ago

Experience

4 - 9 Years

Monthly Salary

AED 5,000 - 8,000 ($1,351 - $2,161)

Job Location

Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai - United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Education

Bachelor of Commerce(Commerce)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Any

Vacancy

3 Vacancies

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements. Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
  • General Ledger & Reconciliation: Manage the general ledger by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling accounts payable and receivable. Perform regular bank and inter-company reconciliations to ensure data accuracy.
  • Compliance & Audits: Ensure full compliance with UAE tax regulations, including VAT (Value Added Tax) and corporate tax laws. Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and providing support to auditors.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Participate in the annual budgeting process and provide financial forecasts. Monitor budget vs. actual performance and provide variance analysis to management.
  • Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to accounting systems and procedures to enhance efficiency and internal controls.
  • Supervision & Mentorship: Oversee the work of junior accountants or bookkeepers, providing guidance and training to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.

Desired Candidate Profile

  • Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field is mandatory. A professional certification like CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) is highly preferred.
  • Experience: A minimum of 5 years of proven experience as an accountant, with a significant portion of that time in a senior or similar role, preferably within the UAE.
  • Technical Skills:
    Accounting Software:     Hands-on experience with accounting software packages such as Tally ERP, QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle.
    MS Excel: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to use VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and other advanced functions for data analysis.
  • Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) and UAE-specific regulations, including the new corporate tax and VAT laws.
  • Soft Skills:
    Analytical Skills:     Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a keen eye for detail.
    Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively present financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
    Problem-Solving: Aptitude for numbers and the ability to spot errors and discrepancies and suggest effective solutions.
    Experience working in a multicultural environment.
    Awareness of the latest amendments to the UAE Labour Law and its impact on payroll and employee benefits.
    Familiarity with the specific legal and financial frameworks of mainland or free zone companies, depending on the role's location.

Employment Type

    Full Time

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

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