General Accountant

Confidential Company; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Ras al-Khaimah, UAE is seeking an experienced accountant to handle financial reporting, tax compliance, and general ledger maintenance. The role requires CPA or equivalent certification and at least 3 years of corporate accounting experience, with SAP proficiency.

The candidate will manage AP/AR, bank reconciliations, budgeting support, and assist in audits and financial analysis to drive business decisions. UAE-based candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software SAP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement, providing insights for management.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely invoicing, payment processing, and collections.
• Reconcile bank statements and monitor cash flow to maintain accurate financial records.
• Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded accurately and promptly.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with company policies.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting; gather necessary data; monitor budget performance, identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and file tax returns; ensure timely submissions and minimizing liabilities; stay updated on tax laws.
• Assist in internal and external audit processes; implement audit recommendations to improve controls.
• Conduct financial analyses to support business decisions, including cost and profitability analyses; financial modeling.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or equivalent certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Financial Reporting

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with accounting standards and

  regulatory requirements.

  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement, providing insights for

  management.

  Accounts Payable and Receivable

  • Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely invoicing, payment processing, and

  collections.

  • Reconcile bank statements and monitor cash flow to maintain accurate financial records.

  General Ledger Maintenance

  • Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded accurately and promptly.

  • Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with company policies.

  Budgeting and Forecasting

  • Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts, collaborating with department heads to

  gather necessary data.

  • Monitor budget performance, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions as needed.

  Tax Compliance

  • Prepare and file tax returns in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, ensuring timely submissions

  and minimizing liabilities.

  • Stay updated on tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and identify potential tax-saving opportunities.

  Audit Support

  • Assist in internal and external audit processes by providing necessary documentation and explanations of

  financial transactions.

  • Implement recommendations from audit findings to improve internal controls and financial processes.

  Financial Analysis

  • Conduct financial analyses to support business decisions, including cost analysis, profitability analysis, and

  financial modeling.

  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to management based on analysis of financial data.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

  • CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or equivalent certification preferred.

  • Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.

  • Proficiency in accounting software SAP