Senior CPA & Financial Strategy Lead

Uvation, Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

US tax filings experience

Tech/SaaS/startup experience

Automation in finance tasks

Job summary

Uvation, Inc. seeks a Senior Certified Public Accountant to uphold financial integrity, ensure compliance, and drive transparent reporting across our Dubai operations.

You will oversee core financial reporting, audits, tax compliance, and support strategic financial planning with cross‑functional teams. The ideal candidate holds a CPA, 10+ years of accounting experience (8+ in senior roles), deep GAAP/IFRS knowledge, multi‑currency experience, and strong analytical/leadership skills to guide

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Emirati/UAE National candidate for this position.
• CPA certification is highly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 8 years in a senior or supervisory capacity.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and reports in accordance with US GAAP, IFRS, or other applicable standards.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Support and coordinate internal and external audits; serve as point of contact for auditors and ensure timely and accurate submissions.
• Manage tax compliance activities including federal, state, and local filings; support preparation of necessary documentation for tax filings.
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring.
• Identify financial risks and inefficiencies; recommend cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.
• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls and accounting policies.
• Collaborate with FP&A, operations, legal, and leadership to provide financial insight and support business initiatives.
• Handle multi-entity and multi-currency transactions (as applicable).
• Mentor and review the work of junior accounting staff and ensure best practices are followed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Multi-currency accounting

Financial modelling

MS Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree preferred

CPA certification

Tools

MS Dynamics

NetSuite

Job description

Uvation, Inc. seeks a Senior Certified Public Accountant to uphold financial integrity, ensure compliance, and drive transparent reporting across our Dubai operations.

You will oversee core financial reporting, audits, tax compliance, and support strategic financial planning with cross‑functional teams. The ideal candidate holds a CPA, 10+ years of accounting experience (8+ in senior roles), deep GAAP/IFRS knowledge, multi‑currency experience, and strong analytical/leadership skills to guide