Assistant Manager – General Ledger

Seddiqi Holding; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A diversified family-owned company in Dubai is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – General Ledger. The successful candidate will lead General Ledger operations, ensure timely month-end closure, and maintain compliance with IFRS standards. Ideal candidates will have over 6 years of accounting experience in a retail sector, strong leadership skills, and relevant professional qualifications.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in general ledger or financial accounting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards.
• 2-3 years’ experience as a supervisor/manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the month-end closing process.
• Supervise and guide the GL team to achieve departmental goals.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations and commercial policies.

Skills

Financial Reporting

IFRS Standards

Team Leadership

Accounting Processes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Professional qualification (e.g. CPA/ACCA/ACA/CIMA)

Job description

Seddiqi Holding is a family-owned and managed company with a unique, diversified portfolio of businesses and brands across numerous sectors. The business includes Ahmed Seddiqi, Seddiqi Properties, Swiss Watch Services and Mizzen.

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager – General Ledger who will be responsible for overseeing General Ledger (GL) operations with a strong emphasis on month-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with IFRS and internal financial policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the month-end closing process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting across the group.
• Supervise and guide the GL team to achieve departmental goals, while monitoring and evaluating team performance against defined KPIs.
• Manage ad hoc requirements from management, demonstrating flexibility and strategic alignment with organizational priorities.
• Ensure all GL entries are posted accurately and on time in alignment with IFRS and internal accounting policies.
• Oversee accounting processes related to investments, fixed assets, and lease management, ensuring compliance and seamless GL integration.
• Review and reconcile all GL accounts in collaboration with AP, AR, and GL teams.
• Maintain accurate schedules for Assets, Liabilities, and Equity accounts.
• Review the Intercompany (IC) matrix monthly and ensure proper shared cost allocation across all Seddiqi group entities as per Transfer Pricing (TP) policy.
• Ensure reconciliation between various Point-of-Sale (POS) systems and the finance ERP, maintaining data integrity and resolving discrepancies.
• Ensure timely month-end closure and secure financial sign-offs from key stakeholders in alignment with reporting deadlines.
• Deliver Trial Balance variance analysis with clear commentary to support management decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations and commercial policies in relation to reported financial balances.
• Prepare and submit audit schedules on time, supporting the line manager in ensuring timely and successful completion of internal and external audits
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails to support financial transparency and accountability.
• Define goals and key performance indicators for each member of the team and ensure effective implementation of the performance management process
• Develop talent within the team by providing guidance, ongoing feedback and coaching to achieve the defined goals

In order to be successful in this role, you should have:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Finance / Accounting/ Business Administration
• Professional qualification (e.g. CPA/ACCA/ACA/CIMA)
• 6+ years of relevant experience in general ledger or financial accounting preferably in Luxury retail/Retail/FMCG in UAE.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards.
• 2- 3 years’ experience as a supervisor / manager (Big 4 background is a plus)
• Ability to work independently and lead other team members effectively.