Global IFRS Chief Accountant | Multi-Entity Leader

High Street Resources; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Chief Accountant. This role involves overseeing accounting for multiple legal entities, ensuring compliance with IFRS standards, and managing an accounting team across various locations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in accounting with strong leadership skills and a track record in multi-entity operations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in accounting, managing multi-entity operations.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS standards and experience applying them in business.
• Experience in international trading.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and bookkeeping for 10–15 legal entities in the UAE.
• Manage the accounting team in the UAE and others in Turkey, Egypt, and China.
• Ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency in financial statements.
• Lead the consolidation and preparation of group financial statements.
• Oversee successful completion of audits.
• Implement accounting processes in line with IFRS standards.
• Support hiring and development of an accounting team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

A leading financial services provider in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Chief Accountant. This role involves overseeing accounting for multiple legal entities, ensuring compliance with IFRS standards, and managing an accounting team across various locations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in accounting with strong leadership skills and a track record in multi-entity operations.