Senior Accountant

Alpha Pro Partners; Dubai; Presencial; AED 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Alpha Pro Partners seeks a Senior Accountant with logistics experience to lead end-to-end accounting, financial reporting, and controls in the UAE. You will manage AR/AP, GL, monthly closings, and assist audits while ensuring VAT and Corporate Tax compliance.

The role requires strong Excel skills and experience with Sage 300, NetSuite or Oracle. Attention to detail and confidentiality are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Commerce required.
• CPA/ACCA or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience; logistics & freight forwarding experience is a strong plus.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and UAE tax regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis.
• Prepare and post accounting entries – AR, AP and other transactions daily.
• Manage the general ledger and ensure accuracy of all financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly financial statements including balance sheets, P&L, and cash flow.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable and monitor cash flow bi-weekly.
• Reconcile all bank accounts and credit card transactions daily.
• Support monthly and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, filings and documentation.
• Prepare schedules and documentation and manage audits.
• Review and improve accounting systems, policies and internal controls.

Conocimientos

Logistics accounting

Financial reporting

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Commerce

CPA/ACCA (advantage)

Herramientas

Sage 300

NetSuite

Oracle

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accountant with Logistics experience to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for end-to-end accounting operations, financial reporting, and ensuring strong financial controls in line with company budgets and regulatory requirements. This role plays a key part in overseeing general accounting functions, managing payables and receivables, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations, contributing to efficient and compliant financial operations across the business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis.
• Prepare and post accounting entries – AR, AP and all other transactions on daily basis.
• Manage the general ledger and ensure accuracy of all financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including petty cash, balance sheets, profit & loss, and cash flow statements.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections and monitor & manage cash flow on bi-weekly basis.
• Reconcile all company bank accounts and credit card transactions on daily basis.
• Support monthly and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax requirements, including filings and documentation.
• Prepare schedules & documentation and manage internal and external audits.
• Review and improve accounting systems, policies and internal controls and recommend corrective actions and improvements.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Perform ad-hoc accounting tasks and financial reporting as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Commerce.
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience; experience in logistics & freight forwarding is a strong advantage.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and UAE tax regulations.

Required Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Macros & pivot tables) and accounting software (e.g., Sage 300, NetSuite, Oracle or similar).
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to meet deadlines and work under pressure; proactive, detail-oriented, and independent; with high integrity and a strong commitment to confidentiality.
• Logistics experience is a must.