Senior Accountant

CVML; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

CVML in Dubai seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to lead Accounting & Reporting, Revenue & Billing, and controls across multi‑entity operations. You will drive IFRS reporting, budgets, cash flow analysis, and partner with management to ensure compliance and accuracy.

The role requires 5–8 years total experience, at least 3 in a senior position within professional services, and a strong command of UAE VAT, Corporate Tax, and ERP systems like Zoho Books. Based in the DIFC office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required.
• 5–8 years total experience, with at least 3 years in a senior role within professional services.
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CMA, CA) preferred.
• Strong command of UAE VAT and UAE Corporate Tax is required.
• Advanced Excel and strong financial controls are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting cycle, IFRS financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analysis.
• Handle AR, collections, invoicing, and revenue recognition for legal, visa, licensing, and government services.
• Review supplier invoices, oversee payments, perform bank reconciliations, and enforce internal controls.
• Coordinate UAE VAT compliance, Corporate Tax, and external audits.
• Maintain multi‑entity records, drive process improvements, and support ERP integrations.

Skills

Advanced Excel

IFRS knowledge

UAE VAT knowledge

UAE Corporate Tax knowledge

Financial controls

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Independent

Proactive

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/CMA/CA preferred

Tools

Zoho Books

Lexzur or similar legal practice software

Job description

Accounting & Reporting:

Manage the full accounting cycle, IFRS financial statements, management reports, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analysis.

Revenue & Billing:

Handle AR, collections, credit control, invoicing, and revenue recognition for legal, visa, licensing, and government services (tracking WIP, deferred income, and retainers).

Payables & Controls:

Review supplier invoices, oversee payments, perform bank reconciliations, and enforce internal controls.

Tax & Audit:

Manage UAE VAT, Corporate Tax compliance, and coordinate with external auditors.

Operations & Systems:

Maintain multi-entity records, drive process improvements, and support ERP/system integrations.

Requirements:

Education & Certifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance; professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CMA, CA) preferred.

Experience: 5–8 years total, with at least 3 years in a senior role within a professional services environment (law firm, business setup consultancy, corporate services, or management consultancy).

Technical Skills: Advanced Excel, IFRS, UAE VAT, UAE Corporate Tax, and financial controls.

Systems: Zoho Books (preferred); Lexzur or similar legal practice software (strong advantage).

Industry Know-How: Mainland/Free Zone/Offshore setups, government fee reconciliations, visa transactions, matter billing, and commission tracking.

Competencies: Analytical, detail-oriented, high integrity, independent, and proactive.

Success Metrics:

Timely closes, reliable financial reporting, accurate tax filings, improved cash flow/collections, reduced errors, and audit readiness.

Reports to:

Senior Management

Package:

AED 12,000 - AED 15,000/month + benefits + incentives, based in our DIFC office.