Senior Accountant

MINIMALIST; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative brand in the UAE is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead financial operations and manage a skilled team. This role involves overseeing financial transactions, budgeting, and internal controls while contributing to process improvements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial management, particularly in eCommerce, along with a strong understanding of UAE VAT regulations. Join a growing organization that values simplicity and quality, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

UAE visa and permits

Health insurance

Annual flight ticket allowances

Growth and long-term development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial management and accounting.
• At least 1 accounting certification (CA, CPA, ACCA, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Book and record financial transactions, prepare financial statements.
• Mentor and supervise accounting staff, fostering a collaborative environment.

Skills

Financial Management

Accounting

UAE VAT Regulations

QuickBooks

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Master's Degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Job description

About Us:

Minimalist.ae is a local brand founded in 2016 in Dubai that designs and manufactures elegant, high-quality watches, jewelry, handbags, perfumes, and leather goods designed to enhance personal style. With two stores now open in the UAE, we focus on simple yet sophisticated designs, with specifically our Arabic numeral watches being known for their timeless appeal. Minimalist believes in simplicity and uses only the finest materials to produce beautiful and durable items, combining elegant design with excellent quality.

We are currently looking for a SeniorAccountant to join us. As Senior Accountant, you will be handling financial and bookkeeping processes, including managing a team of experienced accountants.

Duties:

• Book and record financial transactions (receivables & payables), reconcile sub-ledgers and ledgers, prepare financial statements.
• Devise monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets, projections, and forecasts.
• Assess and strengthen internal controls, identify and mitigate financial risks, and recommend process improvements.
• Prepare periodical reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly).
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Mentor, train, and supervise accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of new or improved accounting systems and procedures.
• Prepare, support, and coordinate annual external audits of the company's finances.

Responsibilities:

• At least 5, ideally 7+ years of experience in financial management and accounting in an eCommerce business or digital startup;
• 2+ years of experience with UAE VAT regulations;
• 2+ years of experience with QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online
• A Bachelor's and/or Masters Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or general Business Administration;
• At least 1 accounting certification (CA, CPA, ACCA, etc.), ideally also with certification & experience in IFRS;
• Outstanding communication skills (verbal & written) in English.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives;
• UAE visa and permits;
• Health insurance;
• Annual flight ticket allowances
• Growth and long-term development opportunities;
• Long-term perspective in a rapidly expanding, future-oriented organization;
• An engaging and challenging work environment with a motivated & professional team of specialists.