Assistant Manager - General Ledger and Tax Compliance

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Manager for General Ledger and Tax Compliance. This role involves overseeing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and participating in month-end and year-end processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, with at least 7 years of experience in the GCC region, and hold a professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CA, or CMA. Join a dynamic team that values expertise and offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment. Your contributions will play a crucial role in maintaining financial accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of accounting experience in the GCC region.
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CA, CMA) is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Record and reconcile financial transactions in the general ledger.
• Participate in month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Accounting Experience

General Ledger Maintenance

Financial Reporting

Tax Compliance

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

CPA

ACCA

CA

CMA

Tools

Accounting Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Assistant Manager - General Ledger and Tax Compliance

Key Responsibilities:

• Record, classify, and reconcile financial transactions in the general ledger.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of general ledger accounts through regular reviews and analysis.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records.

Month-End and Year-End Close:

• Participate in the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and post adjusting journal entries as needed.
• Conduct detailed account analysis and reconciliation.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Provide support for external audits and collaborate with auditors as necessary.
• Reconcile bank statements, intercompany accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.

Tax Compliance:

• Support to develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize the organization's tax liability.
• Ensure strict adherence to local, state, and federal tax regulations, keeping abreast of changes and updates.
• Oversee the preparation and timely submission of accurate tax returns and related documents.
• Manage tax audits and reviews, collaborating with external auditors and tax authorities.
• Conduct in-depth research on tax issues, providing expert analysis and recommendations.
• Identify and assess tax-related risks, implementing strategies to mitigate potential issues.
• Prepare regular reports on the organization's tax compliance status to senior management.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Minimum 7 years of accounting experience within the GCC region, with a strong understanding of regional financial regulations and practices.
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CA, or CMA is mandatory.
• Proven expertise in general ledger maintenance, including recording, classifying, and reconciling financial transactions.
• Demonstrated experience in month-end and year-end closing processes, including the preparation of adjusting journal entries and comprehensive account analysis.
• Solid background in financial reporting, with the ability to assist in the preparation of financial statements and collaborate during external audits.
• Proficient in account reconciliation, including bank, intercompany, and balance sheet accounts, with the ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Knowledge of tax compliance and planning strategies, with a keen understanding of local, state, and federal tax laws.
• Experience in managing tax audits and liaising with auditors and tax authorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to research complex tax issues and provide actionable recommendations.
• Experience with a Big 4 accounting firm is a distinct advantage.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).