Senior Accountant

Seven Club; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage financial records and support decision-making. The role includes preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with laws, and providing financial insights. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and prior experience of 4-5 years, along with strong analytical skills and familiarity with accounting software. Join us to contribute to the financial integrity and performance of our organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP or IFRS).
• Familiarity with financial software, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, and ensure all entries are accurately recorded.
• Prepare and file tax returns, including sales tax, VAT, and corporate tax.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting software (Zoho, QuickBooks, SAP, Xero)

Job description

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing financial records, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and providing insights to support decision-making within the organisation. They play a key role in maintaining financial integrity, ensuring compliance with laws, and optimising the company s financial performance.
Key Responsibilities and Expectations: Financial Reporting:

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement).
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and internal policies.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

General Ledger Management:

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger.
• Ensure that all accounting entries are properly recorded and classified.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities.

Accounts Payable and Receivable:

• Process and track accounts payable (bills, invoices, payments) and accounts receivable (invoices, collections).
• Follow up on overdue accounts and resolve billing issues with customers or vendors.

Tax Compliance:

• Prepare and file tax returns, including sales tax, VAT, and corporate tax.
• Ensure the company is in compliance with local, state, and national tax regulations.
• Assist with tax audits and prepare necessary documentation.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Assist in the creation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor actual financial performance against budgeted figures and provide variance analysis.
• Recommend financial adjustments or improvements based on analysis.

Financial Analysis:

• Analyse financial data to identify trends, opportunities, or risks.
• Provide insights on cost management, profitability, and financial performance.
• Support decision-making by preparing ad-hoc financial reports.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

• Monitor and enforce internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Assist in the implementation and improvement of accounting systems and software.

Audit Support:

• Assist internal and external auditors during the annual audit process.
• Provide documentation and explanations of financial transactions when required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Any additional certificates will be an added advantage.
• Previous experience in a similar role minimum of 4-5 years.
• Familiarity with financial software, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.
• Experience with budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP or IFRS).
• Proficiency with accounting software, preferably Zoho (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Xero).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for working with teams and external parties.
• Knowledge of tax laws and regulations.

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