Senior Accountant

IFZA; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial organization in Dubai is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee financial processes and ensure accuracy and compliance. Responsibilities include financial reporting, risk management, and treasury management while leading a team to enhance skills. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance, relevant qualifications, and a minimum of 3-5 years in accounting, including management experience. This role offers a vibrant work culture with diverse team members and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

24 annual leave days

Annual flight home

Life insurance plan

Medical insurance plan

Company functions and team building events

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years’ accounting experience.
• Minimum 1-2 years’ management experience desired.
• Full English proficiency is required.
• Prior working knowledge in ERP systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting accurate financial statements and reports.
• Conducting detailed financial analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Ownership of full accounting close across main company accounts.
• Identifying and managing financial risks.
• Overseeing financial accounting systems for efficiency.
• Providing financial insights and recommendations to management.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Implementing cost-saving measures and efficiency improvements.
• Leading and mentoring a team member of the department.
• Assisting with external audit process to ensure compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Process-oriented

Strong understanding of IFRS

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Team leadership

Detail-oriented

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional accounting qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing the financial accounting process to ensure accuracy, integrity and compliance of the financial information and output of the department’s reporting.

In addition, the Senior Accountant's responsibilities include effective management of month-end reporting, strategic analysis, quarterly reviews of financial performance of the company and treasury management. The ideal candidate will be expected to work closely with our financial team and the wider IFZA organization.

Main Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Preparing and presenting accurate financial statements and reports
• Financial Analysis: Conducting detailed financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings or revenue enhancement.
• Month End Reporting: Ownership of full accounting close / reconciliation across main company accounts.
• Risk Management: Identifying and managing financial risks.
• Treasury Management: Sound awareness of company cash flow, liquidity, and investments to ensure the company’s financial stability.
• Management Support: Providing financial insights and recommendations to senior management to support strategic decision making.
• System Enhancement: Overseeing the financial accounting systems currently in place and highlighting any room for further efficiency to effectively support the financial operations of the company.
• Compliance: Ensuring that the company adheres to financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Cost Control: Implementing cost-saving measures and efficiency improvements to maximize profitability.
• Financial Leadership: Leading and mentoring a team member of the department to further enhance their financial accounting skills. This includes overseeing their work, providing guidance and training, and ensuring team objectives are met.
• Audit Oversight: Assisting with any external audit process to ensure compliance with auditing standards have been met.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Professional accounting qualification (from a recognized accounting body) is mandatory
• Minimum 3-5 years’ accounting experience
• Minimum 1-2 years’ management experience desired
• Should have strong understanding to IFRS
• Full English proficiency is required
• Additional spoken languages are a plus
• Highly competent in the fundamentals of accounting (IFRS knowledge is preferred)
• Strong analytical skills as well as process oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• Prior working knowledge in ERP systems is beneficial
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Power Point etc

Benefits

• International team (over 60 nationalities)
• 24 annual leave days
• Annual flight home
• Life insurance plan
• Medical insurance plan (with the option to upgrade at your own cost)
• Invitations to participate in various company functions, staff events, and department team building events
• Opportunities to learn, develop and grow with the organization
• Being part of a motivated team and Moving-Forward-Company-Culture