Senior Accountant

Alert International; Fujairah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced accounting professional to oversee and manage all accounting functions. The role requires ensuring financial accuracy, compliance with regulations, and the ability to provide actionable insights to management. Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, CPA or equivalent certification, and proficiency in Oracle and Excel. Fluency in English and Arabic is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is required.
• CPA, CMA, or ACCA certification is needed.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards is essential.
• Proficiency in Oracle accounting systems is a must.
• Advanced MS Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP, are required.
• Fluent in both English and Arabic.
• 10 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all accounting functions ensuring financial accuracy.
• Provide actionable financial insights to management.
• Prepare balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
• Manage UAE tax requirements, including VAT calculations.
• Ensure compliance with federal and local financial legal requirements.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent organizational and time-management abilities

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial data

Strong communication and financial reporting skills

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Knowledge of accounting regulations, compliance, and internal controls

Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

CPA, CMA, or ACCA certification

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards

Proficiency in accounting systems, particularly Oracle

Advanced MS Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, financial formulas)

Fluent in English and Arabic

10 years of experience in government, semi-government, or educational institutions

Tools

Oracle

MS Excel

Job description

Description

In this role, you will oversee and manage all accounting functions, ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and robust reporting. You will provide actionable financial insights to management, maintain internal controls, and support decision-making with precise and timely information.

Role & Responsibilities

• Provide financial information to management by researching, analysing, and preparing reports
• Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analysing account data
• Document financial transactions by entering account information
• Recommend financial actions by analysing accounting options
• Summarize current financial status by preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other reports
• Audit documents to substantiate financial transactions
• Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures
• Guide accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering queries
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analysing account information
• Secure financial information through database backups and internal controls
• Prepare payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements
• Answer accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting policies and regulations
• Manage and oversee all UAE tax requirements, including VAT calculations, return submissions, reconciliations, and compliance with Federal Tax Authority (FTA) guidelines
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements, advising management on necessary actions
• Prepare special financial reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing account information and trends
• Maintain customer and operational confidence by keeping financial information confidential.

Skills

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial data
• Strong communication and financial reporting skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Knowledge of accounting regulations, compliance, and internal controls
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and adaptability

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• CPA, CMA, or ACCA certification
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards
• Proficiency in accounting systems, particularly Oracle
• Advanced MS Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, financial formulas)
• Fluent in English and Arabic
• 10 years of experience preferably within government, semi-government, or educational institutions, including financial statements, audits, budgeting, and expense control.