Lead Accountant

Peergrowth Consultancy Co.; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy firm in Dubai is seeking a Lead Accountant to oversee financial management, ensure compliance with IFRS and UAE tax regulations, and drive robust financial performance. The ideal candidate will have 6 to 8 years of experience in finance/accounting, with strong analytical skills and expertise in ERP systems, preferably SAP B1. This role includes managing daily operations, conducting financial analyses, and mentoring junior staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 6 to 8 years of finance/accounting experience, with 2 to 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UAE accounting/tax regulations.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP B1).
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.
• Conduct financial ratio analysis to assess performance.
• Support ERP and financial system enhancements.
• Mentor and train junior finance team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Accounting skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Tools

SAP B1

Job description

The Lead Accountant will oversee and lead the financial management of business operations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and process efficiency. This role requires strong analytical and accounting skills to drive robust financial performance, with an emphasis on compliance with IFRS and UAE tax regulations. Experience in logistics, shipping, or supply chain sectors will be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.

Ensure compliance with IFRS, UAE tax regulations, and company policies.

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings and prepare financial statements.

Develop and maintain internal controls to ensure accuracy and transparency.

Coordinate with auditors, regulators, and tax authorities as required.

Review and finalize statutory filings for relevant entities.

Conduct financial ratio analysis (profitability, liquidity, efficiency, leverage, etc.) to assess performance.

Prepare management reports with actionable insights to support decision-making.

Perform profitability analysis by service line, customer, and region.

Support pricing and cost optimization initiatives.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management

Monitor and manage cash flows across multiple locations and entities.

Forecast cash requirements and ensure liquidity.

Optimize capital by managing credit terms with customers and suppliers.

Negotiate favourable terms with banks and financial institutions.

Process Improvement & Systems

Streamline accounting processes for greater efficiency.

Support ERP and financial system enhancements (SAP B1 or equivalent).

Ensure timely and compliant financial reporting.

Mentor and train junior finance team members on policies and practices.

Requirements

Qualifications:

6 to8 years of finance/accounting experience, with at least 2 to3 years in a supervisory role.

Strong knowledge of IFRS and UAE accounting/tax regulations.

Expertise in financial ratio analysis and analytical reporting.

Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP B1).

Excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.

Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.