Group Accounting Manager (Global MNC - Shipping Industry)

caliber8; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global maritime and logistics firm in Dubai is seeking a detail-oriented Group Accounting Manager. You will lead accounting operations, manage audits, and ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience and strong analytical skills. Proficiency in French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Proven track record in handling full set of accounts, audit, and tax at group level.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full set of accounts for group entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage tax compliance across jurisdictions.
• Drive month-end and year-end close activities.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA, CA, ACCA qualification

Job description

Group Accounting Manager (Global MNC - Shipping Industry)

Join a fast-growing international organization providing critical services to the maritime and logistics sector. We are seeking a detail-oriented Group Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations and ensure excellence in financial reporting across global entities.

Group Accounting Manager – Dubai

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full set of accounts for group entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with IFRS
• Oversee statutory audit processes, liaising closely with external auditors to deliver clean audit opinions
• Manage tax compliance across jurisdictions, including coordination with tax advisors and submission of filings
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements, group reporting packs, and ensure consistent accounting treatments
• Drive month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring proper reconciliations and reporting
• Develop, implement, and standardize group accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Provide financial insights to management and support on ad hoc audit, tax, and compliance-related matters
• Partner with cross-border teams to ensure strong governance and alignment of accounting practices

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience.
• Proven track record in handling full set of accounts, audit, and tax at group level
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; professional qualification (CPA, CA, ACCA) preferred
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• High integrity, independence, and ability to work effectively across different geographies and time zones
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• French language skills are a strong plus