Senior Accounting Manager

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

Job summary

ZEISS is seeking a Financial Manager in Dubai to oversee financial closing, reporting, and compliance activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting, with at least 5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in ERP systems. Responsibilities include managing audits and tax filings, ensuring compliance with IFRS, and leading financial operations to maximize cash flow.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in accounting.
• At least 3 years of experience as a team lead.
• Proven expertise in IFRS audits and local tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and manage financial reporting.
• Coordinate audit and tax management, ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Delegation

Adaptability

Education

Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field

Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or CFA)

Tools

SAP FI

ERP Systems

Job description

Your role

• Financial Closing:Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes ensuring that all financial activities are completed accurately and within established timelines. Monitor budget adherence and implement corrective actions as necessary. Ensure timely reconciliation of accounts and resolution of discrepancies.
• IFRS Compliance:Ensure all accounts within the ERP system are accurately booked in accordance with IFRS standards. Regularly review and update accounting policies to maintain compliance. Lead the adoption of any changes to IFRS and align internal practices accordingly.
• Financial Reporting:Deliver timely and precise financial reports to the Finance Director including comprehensive financial statements and internal reports such as accounts receivable cost center analyses and managerial profit and loss statements.
• Oversee the preparation of standard financial statements cash flow analyses budgets and variance reports ensuring they are completed on schedule.
• Audit and Tax Management:Coordinate audit activities and manage corporate tax and VAT filings. Serve as the primary contact for auditors and tax consultants ensuring the professional representation of all financial information.
• Compliance Oversight:Act as the compliance officer for the entity ensuring legal and commercial compliance across all group entities. Stay informed of regulatory changes and implement necessary adjustments. Ensure internal controls are documented tested and functioning effectively.
• Cash Management:Optimize bank and deposit relationships developing strategies to enhance cash position and management. Analyze cash flow to identify opportunities for improvement. Identify and implement opportunities to reduce financing costs and improve working capital.
• Financial Operations Leadership:Provide strategic direction to all financial operations ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of corporate financial data. Maximize cash flow and return on assets while ensuring reliable and efficient accounting systems. Ensure effective collaboration between the accounting team and other business functions.
• Budget and Cost Management:Develop and monitor operational and capital budgets implementing cost containment strategies as needed. Propose and execute initiatives for savings and revenue generation.
• Financial Analysis:Analyze financial data provided by project management teams to identify trends and improve financial performance. Communicate findings to support informed decision-making.
• Additional Responsibilities:Perform other duties as assigned by management demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness to organizational needs.

Your profile
Education / Professional Certification

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA ACCA or CFA is highly desirable.

Experience

• 5-7 years of experience in accounting
• At least 3 years of experience as a team lead
• Proven track record of expertise in IFRS audits and local tax compliance

Knowledge / Skills / Other characteristics

• Technical Skills: You have strong knowledge of SAP systems including FI and CO modules and are proficient in using ERP systems to streamline financial operations.
• Audit and Tax: You have hands-on experience with audit processes and tax filings ensuring compliance and accuracy in all financial reporting.
• Problem-Solving: You excel in identifying and resolving issues promptly using your analytical skills to gather and interpret information effectively.
• Communication: You are an effective communicator capable of articulating challenges and opportunities clearly and persuasively. You demonstrate strong group presentation skills and conduct productive meetings.
• Delegation: You are proficient in delegating tasks setting clear expectations and monitoring delegated activities to ensure successful outcomes.
• Leadership: You possess leadership qualities that inspire and motivate others to perform at their best. You are open to 360-degree feedback and continuously seek to improve.
• Management: You are adept at leading and managing financial initiatives involving staff in planning and decision-making processes. You facilitate process improvement initiatives provide regular performance feedback and develop subordinates skills to encourage growth.
• Adaptability: You are flexible and responsive to organizational needs ready to take on additional responsibilities as required by management.
• Fluent in English

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Hayley Lem

Required Experience:

Manager