Financial Reporting Specialist: IFRS & Audit Readiness

Client of Gateworth Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateworth are seeking a Financial Accountant for an education services client in Dubai. You will join the centralised finance team and take ownership of financial reporting, month‑end close, reconciliations and the development of audit related controls.

Reporting to the Financial Manager, you will liaise with auditors, management and commercial teams to ensure IFRS compliance, accurate statements and timely financial commentary.

Qualifications

• A professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA).
• At least two years of relevant accounting experience in financial reporting, month-end close and reconciliations.
• Knowledge of IFRS and/or local standards and statutory filings.
• Proficiency in ERP software and Excel-based reporting tools.
• Ability to meet deadlines and communicate with auditors and management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Manage month-end close with timely, accurate reporting.
• Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable/receivable and intercompany accounts.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, GAAP and VAT/corporate tax rules.
• Liaise with external auditors and prepare statutory audit documentation.
• Assist with budget preparation, variance analysis and cash flow forecasting.
• Maintain the general ledger and fixed asset registers for KPI reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Education

Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA)

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Gateworth are seeking a Financial Accountant for an education services client in Dubai. You will join the centralised finance team and take ownership of financial reporting, month‑end close, reconciliations and the development of audit related controls.

Reporting to the Financial Manager, you will liaise with auditors, management and commercial teams to ensure IFRS compliance, accurate statements and timely financial commentary.