Senior Accountant

DESERT FACE TRADING LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A trading company based in Dubai is seeking a Senior Accountant (Chartered Accountant) to oversee financial statements, manage accounts, and ensure compliance with UAE tax laws. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree, have 8-15 years of UAE accounting experience, and be proficient in accounting software. This full-time position requires excellent analytical and organizational skills, along with a strong understanding of UAE VAT regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-15 years of UAE accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of UAE VAT laws and local financial regulations.
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and reports.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable and general ledger.
• Ensure accurate month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain compliance with UAE tax laws (VAT).
• Support internal audits.
• Monitor and analyze accounting data.
• Lead process improvement initiatives.
• Assist in inventory accounting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

UAE VAT laws

Accounting software proficiency

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Overview

Hiring A Senior Accountant - Chartered Accountant (Required)
Job Title: Senior Accountant (CA- Required)
Age: 35 - 45 years old
Job Timing: Mon - Sat
Location: Dubai, UAE
Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and reports.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, and reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain compliance with UAE tax laws (VAT) and relevant financial regulations, including VAT filing.
• Support internal audits.
• Monitor and analyse accounting data to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Lead process improvement initiatives within the finance department.
• Assist in inventory accounting and cost control for retail and F&B operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including retail, operations, and HR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 8-15 years of UAE accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of UAE VAT laws and local financial regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently.