Senior Financial Accountant

KF; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contracting organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to oversee financial accounting functions, ensuring compliance and reporting accuracy. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with a CPA or ACCA certification and 8 years of experience in finance. Strong analytical skills and proficiency with ERP systems are essential. This role offers an opportunity to drive efficiency and innovation in financial processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) preferred.
• 8 years of experience in accounting or finance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in ERP systems

Proficiency in MS Office Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office Tools

Job description

About the Client

Our client is a leading contracting organization headquartered in Abu Dhabi delivering large-scale civil and infrastructure projects across the UAE. Operating under a global holding structure the company is recognized for its financial discipline transparency and strong project governance.

Role Overview

The Senior Financial Accountant will be responsible for leading the financial accounting function ensuring accurate reporting compliance and providing insights to support strategic decision-making. This role requires a strategic thinker who can lead digital finance initiatives optimize processes and ensure compliance while driving efficiency and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations.
• Drive process improvements and automation in accounting.
• Liaise with auditors and regulatory bodies.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
• Professional certification (CPA ACCA or equivalent) preferred.
• 8 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Advanced knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office Tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.