Senior Accountant

Midis Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Senior Accountant to manage the month-end process and coordinate general accounting activities. You will be responsible for account reconciliations, financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with IFRS. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Accounting and at least 3-5 years of experience. This role offers an opportunity to drive process improvements and optimize accounting operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a similar financial role.
• Proficient in managing accounts payables and receivables.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and VAT compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing activities.
• Manage and reconcile prepaid and accrued expenses.
• Support auditing activities and prepare financial statements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Account reconciliations

General accounting

Data entry

Cost reduction

VAT compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field

Job description

Job Title

Senior Accountant

Job Scope

The Senior Accountant is responsible for owning and coordinating the month end process and all general accounting activities including account reconciliations, financial analysis and management reporting while performing accurate data entry. S/He shall recommend and improve processes and practices aiming at cost reduction and system optimization.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform closing activities on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
• Ensure proper booking and reconciliation of prepaid and accrued expenses
• Manage accounts payables and receivables in coordination with respective stakeholders
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of periodic financial statements in accordance with IFRS
• Prepare special reports requested by management/direct manager
• Support auditing activities and assist in the preparation of various schedules related to periodic audits
• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile transactions in accordance with accounting policies and procedures
• Prepare the monthly payroll and employee final settlements
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts in coordination with internal stakeholders
• Conduct periodic financial analysis and critical reviews and report to concerned supporting management decision
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in the management of stock depreciation
• Record all transactions with compliance to VAT and maintain related records accordingly
• Manage all bank correspondences and reconciliations accordingly
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of accounting operations, policies and procedures while ensuring internal controls are in place
• Ensure the existing IT platform is optimally utilized and participate in the implementation of new systems/processes

Position Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or any other related field

Experience

At least 3-5 years in a similar role