Director-Accounting and Finance

KPMG Lower Gulf Limited; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UAE is seeking an experienced professional to manage multiple projects involving client relationship management and IFRS compliance. The role requires at least 12 years in advisory or audit settings, expert knowledge of IFRS, and the ability to lead teams. Proficiency in Arabic is also necessary. The ideal candidate will drive project delivery and support clients in achieving their goals effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12+ years of relevant advisory or audit experience.
• Expert knowledge of IFRS, especially IFRS 17, IFRS 9, and IFRS 15.
• Experience in Middle East market is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery, client relationships, and team building.
• Support planning, budgeting, and resource management of projects.
• Guide clients on audits and IFRS adoption.

Skills

Project management

Technical accounting skills

Client relationship management

IFRS knowledge

Market analysis

Arabic speaking

Education

Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent

Professional accountancy qualification (ICAEW-ACA, ACCA, CPA)

Job description

Job Description

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage multiple day-to-day roles that include project delivery, client relationship management, team building, and business development.
• Support and guide the planning, budgeting, quality management, and resource management of consulting (client) and internal (within KPMG) projects.
• Stay abreast on current business and economic developments relevant to the client’s business, and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of services provided.
• Provide technical guidance on client assignments including preparation of reports, position papers, and manage the implementation/adoption of IFRS and ensure projects are delivered according to client specifications and within set timelines.
• Lead projects which require specialist technical accounting advice and support on accounting for proposed and actual transactions.
• Assist clients in preparing for and completing audits, and liaising with the auditor.
• Contribute to review(s) on completion of projects to identify lessons learned and enhance future quality and commercial planning.
• Assist on financial statement conversions projects to and from IFRS.
• Provide IFRS training to clients and KPMG personnel.
• Continuously review project’s performance against preset objectives and milestones to ensure quality control throughout its life cycle while identifying and addressing key challenges/lessons learnt.
• Ensure effective operation of projects by managing and facilitating flow of essential information and feedback among project stakeholders; regularly and effectively communicate project expectations and updates.
• As a key member of the team, the role includes wider practice management responsibilities such as market and brand initiatives, including the development of new service offerings/competency development, including supporting the delivery of annual IFRS Update Training.
• Build presence in the marketplace, network and build relationships, and identify opportunities for work; from lead identification to the presentation of pitches and proposals; and
• Supervise, coach and mentor junior staff. Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback and training.

Education requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or equivalent/relevant tertiary degree
• Professional accountancy or finance qualification (ICAEW-ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent)

Work experience requirements

• Minimum 12+ years of relevant advisory or audit experience with a proven track record of outstanding performance (preferably in another Big 4)
• Expert Knowledge of IFRS (detailed knowledge and experience in newer accounting standards, namely IFRS 17, IFRS 9, and IFRS 15 is essential)
• Working experience in relation to the following services/solutions:
  • IFRS /IPSAS conversions and implementation of new accounting standards
  • Drafting and designing accounting policies
  • Technical accounting research and advice
  • Consolidation and Compilation support
  • Financial statement close process support
  • Audit remediation and readiness
  • Benchmarking services and market analysis
  • Experience in the Middle East market is highly recommended

Knowledge / Technical Skills

• Strong project management skills as the delivery role requires client management, project budgeting and finance management, coaching and resource management on a portfolio of clients
• Strong technical skills, and ability to research technical / emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies
• Government sector experience with cost accounting background
• Industry sector specialization (Oil & Gas, Financial Services and or public sector)
• Arabic Speaker

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