Senior Associate - IFRS Advisory

BDO UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO UAE is seeking an accounting advisory professional with 3–5 years of experience to assist in providing IFRS-based advisory services to a diverse client base. The role involves preparing financial statements, conducting technical research, and developing client-ready reports and presentations.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver engagements, stay current on IFRS changes, and support IFRS conversions in line with local regulation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in an accounting advisory role
• Strong understanding of IFRS Accounting Standards and financial reporting requirements
• Experience with preparing financial statements under IFRS framework
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English; Arabic a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing accounting advisory services to clients across industries
• Support the preparation and review of financial statements in IFRS framework
• Conduct technical accounting research and analysis on complex topics
• Draft reports and presentations for clients summarizing findings and recommendations
• Collaborate with teams to manage and deliver projects and client engagements
• Stay updated on changes in global accounting standards and IFRS conversion processes

Skills

IFRS accounting

Accounting advisory

Financial analysis

Client relationship

Education

CA/ACCA/CPA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Accounting software

Job description

BDO provides audit and assurance, advisory, tax and business outsourcing services to companies across all sectors of the economy.

As one of the world’s leading audit and accounting organizations, we have clients of all types and sizes, from large corporate organizations to private businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals across various industry sectors.

From a global beginning in 1963 with five firms, today BDO extends across 166 countries and territories, with 115,661 people working out of 1,776 offices.

At BDO, we understand that being the leader in exceptional client service begins – and ends – with exceptional regard for our people. Relationships matter in our work and interactions with clients and how we work and interact with each other. What differentiates BDO as an employer is our focus on relationships.

About the Role

• Assist in providing accounting advisory services to clients across various industries
• Support the preparation and review of financial statements in compliance with IFRS Accounting Standards
• Conduct technical accounting research and analysis on complex accounting topics
• Assist in the development and delivery of training sessions to clients or internal teams
• Collaborate with other teams to manage and deliver projects and client engagements
• Participate in technical accounting discussions and stay updated on changes in global accounting standards
• Support clients in IFRS conversion and adoption processes, ensuring alignment with local regulations
• Draft detailed reports and presentations for clients summarizing findings and recommendations
• Build strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor in accounting matters.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in an accounting advisory role
• Strong understanding of IFRS Accounting Standards and financial reporting requirements
• Experience with preparing financial statements in IFRS Accounting Standards framework
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with accounting software is beneficial
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Arabic is a plus
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills
• International accounting qualification is required: CA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is a must.
• Fluent in English (reading, speaking, and writing).

BDO's Story:

The BDO story is truly remarkable one, built on solid foundations laid by our visionary founder. BDO is fundamentally a people-centric business with a proven track record of exceptional client service.

In 2018, we unveiled our leadership ambition: “Our Dream” - emphasizing that it’s time for BDO to lead— for our people to lead, each of us in our own right. Whether in our markets, through innovation, or as future advisors, our purpose, or “WHY,” drives us forward.

Our WHY is “People helping People achieve their Dreams”. Our “WHY” defines our identity – serving as our motivation and guiding principle. This principle is at the heart of BDO because people’s dreams matter to us.

We are driven to help our colleagues, clients, and communities become their fullest. At BDO, a career is distinguished by our unique culture—a fusion of people, passion, and results that defines and shapes everything we do.

What It's Like to Work at BDO:

While many accounting firms offer professional services, few match our rich culture of opportunity, personal fulfillment, and long-term growth.

We are dedicated to the sustainable development of our people, respecting their talents and fostering their growth. Accountability and personal responsibility are encouraged at all levels, supported by structured career planning and training.

Our global culture respects local cultural nuances and strives to be ethical, socially, and environmentally responsible everywhere we operate. At BDO, our diverse team is united by a shared ambition to make a meaningful impact and become the industry’s top choice.