Assistant Manager - Accounting and Finance (Abu Dhabi)

KPMG Lower Gulf; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG Lower Gulf is seeking an experienced professional to lead and manage engagements, with a focus on financial accounting and reporting across various industries in the MENA region. The role involves planning, client liaison, and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years in financial accounting, with Big Four exposure preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential for success in a dynamic client-facing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance is required.
• Professional accounting/finance qualification (CPA/CA/ACCA/CFA) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of financial accounting experience in a relevant organization; Big Four experience is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects or work-streams of small to medium size and complexity, including data analysis and reporting.
• Plan and deliver engagements with work plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Liaise with clients and act as an ambassador for KPMG on engagements.
• Own deliverables with minimal senior leadership input; prepare reports and proposals with minimal guidance.
• Develop expertise across clients and markets and maintain professional relationships.
• Identify risks and opportunities, and provide strategic/tactical recommendations to clients.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional accounting qualification (CPA/CA/ACCA/CFA)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Oracle

SAP

Power BI

Visio

Blueworks

Aries

Job description

• Lead and manage projects or work-streams of a small to medium size and complexity (including analyzing and interpreting data, drafting report findings and attending client meetings)
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of engagements including work plans, timelines, project management, and resource allocation
• Liaise effectively with clients whilst working on engagements and act as an ‘ambassador’ for KPMG
• Own deliverables of an engagement/project with minimal input of project leadership
• Complete report writing, presentations and proposal preparation with minimal guidance
• Develop expertise and knowledge of a variety of clients and markets
• Produce and deliver high-quality engagement outcomes and deliverables for our clients, as well as building and maintaining relationships with clients, to develop a strong professional network over time
• Identify risks and opportunities for improvement and make strategic and tactical recommendations to assist our client’s in achieving their short-term and long-term goals
• Create a positive learning culture. Coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop through effectively supervising, and mentoring
• Contribute to practice and risk management, including thought leadership and business development activities

Major Duties

• Lead and manage projects or work-streams of a small to medium size and complexity (including analyzing and interpreting data, drafting report findings and attending client meetings)
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of engagements including work plans, timelines, project management, and resource allocation
• Liaise effectively with clients whilst working on engagements and act as an ‘ambassador’ for KPMG
• Own deliverables of an engagement/project with minimal input of project leadership
• Complete report writing, presentations and proposal preparation with minimal guidance
• Develop expertise and knowledge of a variety of clients and markets
• Produce and deliver high-quality engagement outcomes and deliverables for our clients, as well as building and maintaining relationships with clients, to develop a strong professional network over time
• Identify risks and opportunities for improvement and make strategic and tactical recommendations to assist our client’s in achieving their short-term and long-term goals
• Create a positive learning culture. Coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop through effectively supervising, and mentoring
• Contribute to practice and risk management, including thought leadership and business development activities

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Lead and manage projects or work-streams of a small to medium size and complexity (including analyzing and interpreting data, drafting report findings and attending client meetings)
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of engagements including work plans, timelines, project management, and resource allocation
• Liaise effectively with clients whilst working on engagements and act as an ‘ambassador’ for KPMG
• Own deliverables of an engagement/project with minimal input of project leadership
• Complete report writing, presentations and proposal preparation with minimal guidance
• Develop expertise and knowledge of a variety of clients and markets
• Produce and deliver high-quality engagement outcomes and deliverables for our clients, as well as building and maintaining relationships with clients, to develop a strong professional network over time
• Identify risks and opportunities for improvement and make strategic and tactical recommendations to assist our client’s in achieving their short-term and long-term goals
• Create a positive learning culture. Coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop through effectively supervising, and mentoring
• Contribute to practice and risk management, including thought leadership and business development activities

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance
• Professional accounting and/or finance qualification (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA, CFA)

Work Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of financial accounting experience in a relevant organization (preferably in big four accounting firms - audit and/or accounting advisory teams)
• Experience in MENA market highly recommended
• Demonstrate expertise of industry (Energy, Healthcare, Financial Services, and/or Public sector) leading practices
• Strong awareness of non-technical accounting matters (corporate finance, ESG, deals, tax, legal, etc.

Technical Skills Requirements

• Extensive technical accounting experience in IFRS and IPSAS
• Strong analytical skills (an eye for detail and awareness of broader business issues)
• Deep understanding of finance business processes and finance controls
• Advance knowledge of Microsoft products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with Oracle, SAP, Power BI, Visio, Blueworks, Aries will be preferred

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to articulate views and ideas clearly, both written and verbal
• Ability to work effectively, and collaboratively as part of a project team
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Sound decision making, analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Good presentation skills encompassing the ability to convey complex concepts accurately and succinctly
• Use diverse sets of inputs to develop a broad perspective on business and people issues