Audit-Ready EMEA Accounting Lead – Dubai

TikTok; Dubai; On-site; AED 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TikTok is seeking a senior accounting professional in Dubai to manage end-to-end MEA accounting and financial reporting, coordinating with external auditors and ensuring audit-ready records.

You will oversee payroll accounting, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, and monthly closing for MEA entities, while aligning with regional standards and tax requirements. Strong English and Russian skills are essential for interaction with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• ACA/ACCA or CPA fully qualified with 5+ years of post-qualification experience.
• Direct experience in independently managing end-to-end GL accounting and statutory reporting for entities in the Middle East and African region, and local statutory and compliance knowledge of Russia and Kazakhstan.
• Practical understanding of the regional tax landscape, including VAT, WHT, CIT across the GCC.
• Fluency in both English and Russian languages are required, for effective interaction with internal and external stakeholders based in English and Russian-speaking markets (where English proficiency may be limited).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to analyze complex financial data.
• Strong and collaborative communicator, able to engage confidently with cross-functional and regulatory stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end accounting and financial reporting for MEA legal entities.
• Coordinate external audits and manage audit queries, including the preparation of audit schedules, GL reconciliations, and evidence to resolve auditor questions.
• Oversee payroll accounting and process optimization across MEA entities, including reconciling payroll registers with General Ledger entries and corresponding bank disbursements.
• Manage fixed assets, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance, including comprehensive monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts.

Skills

English

Russian

Advanced Excel

Communication

Cross-functional

Financial analysis

Education

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance

ACA/ACCA or CPA

Tools

Oracle

HFM

SAP

1C Software

Job description

TikTok is seeking a senior accounting professional in Dubai to manage end-to-end MEA accounting and financial reporting, coordinating with external auditors and ensuring audit-ready records.

You will oversee payroll accounting, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, and monthly closing for MEA entities, while aligning with regional standards and tax requirements. Strong English and Russian skills are essential for interaction with diverse stakeholders.