Accountant - GL

Aspen Pharma Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspen Pharma Group in the UAE seeks a General Accountant to ensure IFRS-compliant financial reporting and accurate ERP postings in SAP. The role covers payroll coordination, intercompany reconciliations, and timely monthly statements and variance analyses.

This position emphasizes robust MIS reporting, SOP updates, and driving process improvements through automation and best practices across the finance function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant financial accounting experience.
• Experience with month-end close, financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Exposure to intercompany accounting and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Hands-on ERP experience (SAP) and reporting tools (Cognos/Power BI/TM1).

Responsibilities

• Post accounting transactions in SAP in IFRS compliance.
• Prepare monthly financial reports (P&L, OPEX) with variance analysis.
• Support month-end close, including accruals and finalization within timelines.
• Perform reconciliations and provide financial insights for decision-making.
• Assist audits and update accounting SOPs and WOW.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CIMA/CPA (plus)

Tools

SAP

Cognos

Power BI

TM1

Excel

Job description

ROLE OBJECTIVES

The General Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and company policies. This role involves posting accounting transactions in the ERP system, reconciling payroll and intercompany balances, and preparing monthly financial statements and variance analyses. The General Accountant also plays a key role in supporting both internal and external audits and is responsible for maintaining robust MIS reporting processes, updating SOPs, and driving process improvements through automation and best practices.

ROLE OBJECTIVES

The General Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and company policies. This role involves posting accounting transactions in the ERP system, reconciling payroll and intercompany balances, and preparing monthly financial statements and variance analyses. The General Accountant also plays a key role in supporting both internal and external audits and is responsible for maintaining robust MIS reporting processes, updating SOPs, and driving process improvements through automation and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close:

• Post accounting transactions in SAP accurately and in compliance with IFRS
• Prepare monthly financial reports (OPEX, Income Statement, ad hoc reports) with variance analysis.
• Support month-end close, including draft review with finance teams, accruals, and finalization within timelines.
• Perform month-end close procedures, including timely and accurate internal management and Cognos submissions (Budget, Forecasts, 5-Year Plans).
• Report financial figures for month/year to Group Finance
• Prepare FX reasonability analysis and reporting for Group Treasury, ensuring timely explanation of foreign exchange fluctuations and their financial impact.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decision-making
• Support preparation of statutory and local GAAP financial statements.

Reconciliations & Compliance:

• Perform payroll reconciliations in coordination with payroll providers and Local HR teams.
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and balance confirmations with other affiliates.
• Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations and validate with relevant departments.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and approval frameworks.
• Update SOPs/Accounting Guidelines to align with defined Ways of Working (WOW).

Budgeting, Forecasting & OPEX Support:

• Provide support to the Commercial Finance team in analyzing OPEX against budgets and forecasts
• Assist commercial management during month-end to finalize OPEX numbers.
• Assist with preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Analyze and comment on working capital variances vs. budget/prior year

Audit & Ad Hoc Support:

• Support internal and external audits by preparing data and documentation as required.
• Respond to ad hoc reporting requests from stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is a plus.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in financial accounting
• Experience with month-end close processes, financial reporting, and variance analysis
• Exposure to intercompany accounting and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a multi-entity or global environment.
• Involvement in budgeting, forecasting, and audit support (internal or external)
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and financial reporting tools (e.g., Cognos, Power BI, TM1)

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of IFRS and general accounting principles,
• Advanced Excel skills, including working with large datasets and complex formula
• Solid understanding of OPEX, working capital, and financial KPIs
• Ability to perform variance analysis and reconcile balances

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.