Senior Accountant (Qualified)

KitchenPark; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative startup is seeking a Senior Accountant to enhance their financial operations. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate month-end closings and compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the growth and efficiency of the company. If you are proactive and detail-oriented, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in a vibrant setting.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of accounting experience, preferably in a management consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and local GAAP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end closing processes ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies efficiently.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Tools

Workday

Sumup

Quickbooks

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team at KitchenPark, a dynamic startup that provides innovative kitchen solutions, combining real estate, business consulting, and software. This role will be essential in supporting our financial operations, ensuring accurate and efficient month-end closings, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards.

The ideal candidate is a Qualified Senior Accountant with 4+ years of experience; proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. We seek someone who enjoys challenges, has strong analytical skills, and brings a positive and enthusiastic attitude to the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and review the month-end closing process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting principles.
• Perform account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues efficiently.
• Work across a regional entity with complex accounting treatments in line with IFRS or relevant local GAAP.
• Maintain and enhance accounting processes to drive operational efficiency and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Assist in the implementation and improvement of accounting policies and procedures.
• Work in a highly dynamic and fast-moving environment, adapting to evolving business needs.

Qualifications:

• 4-7 years of Accounting Experience (with previous experience at a management consultancy firm)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Solid experience in accounting and financial closing processes.
• Strong knowledge of account reconciliation, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• English (essential) and Arabic (nice to have) language skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a Big Four accounting firm (highly preferred).
• Experience in a startup or fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and financial software - Workday, Sumup and/or Quickbooks.