Associate Accounting Manager

Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page in Dubai seeks an Associate Accounting Manager to support financial accounting across multiple entities in the EMEA region. Based in Dubai, you will contribute to month-end closing, tax compliance, financial analysis and internal controls, while coordinating with auditors.

You will manage close processes, balance sheet reconciliations and intercompany activity, and work with ERP/BI systems. Strong Excel skills and 5+ years of accounting experience are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business.
• 5+ years' experience in an accounting environment.
• At least 2 years' experience handling office administration responsibilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong capability in other MS Office tools.
• Experience with ERP or BI systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage month end close activities including accruals, payroll entries, journals and provisions.
• Oversee entity close processes across local accounting systems and US reporting platforms.
• Maintain the nominal ledger and prepare accurate balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monitor daily sales performance and maintain reporting and master data.
• Lead margin analysis on a weekly basis and support forecast submissions.
• Deliver variance analysis with management commentary.
• Review, reconcile and resolve intercompany balances for all assigned entities.
• Manage UAE VAT returns and assist with other indirect tax requirements.
• Coordinate UAE corporate tax filings and ESR compliance.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Build financial models to support decision making.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent working

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Professional accounting membership preferred

Tools

ERP systems

BI systems

Job description

Overview

This role will support the financial accounting activities for multiple legal entities across the EMEA region, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and strong internal controls. Based in Dubai, the Associate Accounting Manager will play a key part in month‑end closing, tax compliance, financial analysis, and office administration oversight.

Responsibilities

• Manage month end close activities including accruals, payroll entries, journals and provisions
• Oversee entity close processes across local accounting systems and US reporting platforms
• Maintain the nominal ledger and prepare accurate balance sheet reconciliations
• Monitor daily sales performance and maintain associated reporting and master data
• Lead margin analysis on a weekly basis and support forecast submissions
• Deliver variance analysis with clear management commentary
• Review, reconcile and resolve intercompany balances for all assigned entities
• Manage royalty and rebate accrual processes
• Update exchange rates and monitor exposure to foreign currency risk
• Act as the key point of contact for external auditors in the UAE and UK
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and segregation of duties requirements
• Prepare and submit UAE VAT returns and assist with other indirect tax requirements
• Coordinate UAE corporate tax filings, documentation and compliance with ESR regulations
• Support annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting cycles
• Build financial models that support strategic and operational decision making
• Identify and implement improvements to processes, systems and automation
• Partner with commercial and operational teams by providing financial insight and support
• Oversee HR administrative processes including onboarding documentation and compliance
• Manage Dubai office administrative functions including vendor coordination and utilities

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
• Professional accounting board membership preferred
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an accounting environment
• At least 2 years' experience handling office administration responsibilities
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong capability in other MS Office tools
• Experience with ERP or BI systems is an advantage
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced, multitasking environment
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Candidates must be based in the UAE

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a global organisation with strong market presence
• Exposure to regional and international financial operations
• Dynamic environment with opportunities to contribute to process improvements
• Cross functional collaboration across finance, sales and operations
• Role that blends operational responsibility with strategic financial input
• Stable environment with long-term career development opportunities

Key Skills

• Accounting transaction, monthly closing, financial reporting
• Working with auditors, covering multiple entities