Senior General Ledger Accountant

ENEC Operations; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UAE is seeking an experienced accountant to ensure the integrity of the general ledger and preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS. Candidates should have 5 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, and professional certifications like CMA or ACCA. This role involves a strong focus on financial analysis and general ledger management.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in accounting.
• Experience with General Ledger controls and transactions.
• Professional certification CMA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze general ledger transactions.
• Prepare financial statements according to IFRS.
• Manage the periodic book closing process.

Skills

Financial analysis

General Ledger management

IFRS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Purpose

Review and analyze the general ledger transactions during the accounting period and the periodic book closing. Evaluate the reports to ensure the integrity of the general ledger and subsystem maintained, and preparation of financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Responsibilities

• Utilize ERP and other business systems to administer timely and accurate general ledger trial balance and maintain GL audit records.
• Conduct all activities related to journal entries, bank transactions clearing and Intercompany and other invoicing.
• Review and adjust trial balance and manage the periodic book of accounts close process ensuring accuracy and timeliness of completion in accordance with IFRS and FNA accounting guidelines.
• Prepares financial statements align with IFRS for reporting to Shareholders.
• Draft accounting working papers to ensure IFRS compliance and consistent communication/accounting treatment throughout FNA.
• Assist in the annual external audit to ensure that all relevant information is accurate and available.
• Act as main point of contact and supervise the completion of reporting pack submission to Parent Company.

Professional Certifications

• CMA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent

Qualifications

Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance

Experience

• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with General Ledger controls and transactions.
• Experience in energy or construction projects is highly desirable.