Senior Accountant

Manpower Group Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lifestyle brand in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee daily accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and maintain compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in financial reporting and reconciliations, with proficiency in accounting systems like SAP and Oracle. This role offers the opportunity to mentor junior accountants and develop internal controls within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Proven background in financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards (IFRS or GAAP).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.

Skills

Financial statements preparation

Reconciliations

Internal controls

Microsoft Excel

Accounting systems (SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks)

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Oracle

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Overview

We are partnering with a leading lifestyle brand to hire a Senior Accountant. The role will be responsible for overseeing daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with local and international standards. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in financial statements preparation, reconciliations, and internal controls. Prior exposure to the F&B industry is an advantage, particularly in managing accounting functions for multi-outlet operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Prepare and submit financial reports to internal stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
• Develop and implement internal controls and accounting procedures to ensure operational integrity.
• Review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in compliance with accounting standards.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accountants to support their professional development.
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure all audit requirements are met.
• Ensure full compliance with local financial regulations and international accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
• Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline processes and strengthen financial controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Proven background in financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards (IFRS or GAAP).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks.