Senior Accountant

MENA Recruit Pty Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent international law firm in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Senior Accountant to handle payroll, budgeting, and reporting tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong educational backgrounds in accounting or finance, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Excel. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work independently within a dynamic environment, supporting both local and European operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly payroll file and annual budget files.
• Coordination with external auditors and preparation of VAT returns.
• Assist with Accounts Payable and operational accounting activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client service

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Arabic language skills

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate degree in accounting or finance

Job description

Our client, an international law firm is wishing to recruit a senior accountant from the professional services sector for a newly created role. Must have worked in partnerships for a top-tier law firm or consulting firm.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparation of monthly payroll file, including updates for new joiners, departures, salary changes, bonuses, etc. Coordinate review of payroll file with designated Firm professional.
• Preparation of annual budget files and mid-year forecast of budgeted expenses for Abu Dhabi, when needed.
• Preparation of select annual surveys and governmental reports.
• Coordination with external auditors and local tax service providers, when necessary.
• Prepare and upload select journal entries related to payroll, VAT, etc. and coordinate posting with designated Firm Accounting team members.
• Preparation and filing of the quarterly VAT return.
• Corporate credit card processing & management.
• Assist when necessary with Accounts Payable and expense report review and inquiries.
• Provide support for other operational accounting activities across European offices, as needed

Other ad hoc requests, as needed.

Ideal Characteristics:

• Strong educational background. Undergraduate or Graduate degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on client service.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Arabic language skills considered a plus.

Critical Competencies for Success:

• Conducts self in a positive, professional manner.
• Willing to learn from multiple sources; able to apply gained skills across various responsibilities.
• Possess a sense of urgency and willingness to build effective working relationships with key members of the Firm.
• Proactive individual who uses common sense and a fact-based approach to address issues and communicate solutions.
  
  

Other Personal Characteristics:

• Friendly, positive communicator capable of conversing at all levels.
• Capable of learning organizational and prioritization skills to assist in executing multiple tasks.
• Takes ownership and responsibility to complete assignments within the prescribed schedule.
• Team player who shares credit for accomplishments with others and keeps the Firm’s best interests foremost.

We are seeking to secure this person with a late Feb, or early March start date.

Salary: up to 28,000 AED