General Accountant & Tax Specialist (6-Month Contract)

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consumer and industrial company in Dubai is seeking a Temporary General Accountant & Tax Specialist. This 6-month role involves supporting financial reporting and tax compliance, ensuring adherence to IFRS and UAE regulations. The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of tax laws and auditing processes, with strong skills in general ledger maintenance and financial analysis.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of IFRS standards.
• Experience in tax compliance and reporting.
• Familiarity with financial auditing processes.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly and yearly financial closing processes.
• Assist with VAT and tax filings as per UAE regulations.
• Collaborate with finance functions for audits and compliance.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

General ledger maintenance

Tax compliance

Financial reporting

Job description

At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve everyday life. We are looking for a Temporary General Accountant & Tax Specialist to join our Accounting and Tax team in Dubai. This is a 6-month temporary role that will provide critical support in ensuring accurate financial reporting and timely tax submissions during a peak workload period.

What you´ll do

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes in accordance with IFRS and Henkel internal policies.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Assist in maintaining the general ledger and reconciling balance sheet accounts.
• Support in the preparation of internal and external audits.
• Collaborate with other finance functions including Controlling and Treasury.
• Assist in preparing VAT and other tax filings in compliance with UAE tax regulations.
• Support with tax reconciliations and respond to queries from authorities when needed.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance for all tax-related matters.