Senior General Ledger Accountant-General Ledger & Fixed Assets

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City - SSMC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) seeks a skilled accounting professional to manage general ledger transactions, bank reconciliations, and liquidity positions for the facility. You will ensure proper classification of transactions and accurate monthly closings in line with internal controls.

Reporting to the Manager, you will review sub-ledgers, assist with journal vouchers, prepare monthly statements, and support audits.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Experience in a large healthcare facility.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Accounting/Finance or relevant field; Diploma with 3 years experience acceptable.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily GL activities under the guidance of the Manager relating to general ledger transactions.
• Plans to review and post all sub-ledgers transactions to the general ledger on a regular basis and ensure all transactions are properly authorized, documented and classified before posting.
• Facilitates and review Journal vouchers prepared by GL accountant for accuracy and corrections if required.
• Prepares and reconciles statements with staff on a regular basis, monthly or quarterly.
• Develops and finalizes financial statements and ensures timely generation of financial reports.
• Coordinates with auditors during audits and ensures provision of required information.
• Maintains and updates bank accounts and ensures monthly reconciliations.

Skills

General ledger

Bank reconciliations

Financial analysis

Cash flow management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration Accounting/Finance/Commerce or relevant field

Diploma in relevant field with 3 years of additional experience

Master's degree or equivalent in Business Administration Accounting/Finance/Commerce or relevant field

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for planning, supervising and coordinating all the general ledger transactions, bank reconciliations, and positions of liquidity of finances in the facility and ensuring that all transactions are appropriately classified and all accounts are prepared in the correct manner in adherence with accounting rules and other applicable laws in consultation with the Manager and in conformance to the internal controls. Also responsible for ensuring the efficiency of monthly closing, preparation of monthly trial balance, analyzing and recommending any change to work systems to ensure efficiency and control.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees daily activities, under the guidance of the Manager relating to general ledger transactions
• Plans to review and post all sub-ledgers transactions to the general ledger on regular basis and ensure that all transactions are properly authorized, documented and classified before they are posted in the general ledger
• Facilitates and review Journal voucher prepared by GL accountant to ensure that all input data has been processed correctly and do necessary correction if required.
• Prepares and reconciles statements with staff on a regular basis, monthly or quarterly as discussed with the concerned staff
• Develops and finalizes financial statements and ensures the generation of financial reports on a timely basis.
• Prepares and review related party invoices and complete reconciliation on regular basis.
• Ensures that suspense accounts are cleared and that the reconciliation of accounts are prepared at least monthly.
• Manages internal reports and ensuring that all costs are correctly allocated to corresponding cost centers and expense codes and significant variances are investigated for correction
• Coordinates appropriately with the Fixed Assets Accountant, Receivables Accountant, Payables Accountant, etc. to collect information needed for updating accounts
• Coordinates with payables, payroll and revenue department/sections for completeness and accuracy of the transactions
• Checks all salary-related documents, i.e. action forms, contracts, back-ups and necessary documents for payroll processing.
• Maintains and updates all bank accounts
• Coordinates and following-up with internal and external auditors during the course of their audit, ensuring the provision of all required information to enable timely completion of the audit
• Liaises with bankers for various queries and information regarding credit lines, interest rates etc.
• Liaises with purchasing/material management/supply chain department/section for all invoice payments and ensures that all entries are made accurately
• Plans and supervises the day to day activities of the department/section; streamlining processes wherever possible
• Provides on the job training and orientation to the team during course of work
• Promotes a service oriented attitude in addressing employee queries effectively
• Maintains collaborative and effective relationship with other key management personnel and keeps abreast of significant economic, social and technical trends, and regulatory guidelines, which may influence assigned functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in a similar role

Desired

• Experience in a large healthcare facility

Educational Qualification

Required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration Accounting/Finance/Commerce or relevant field OR Diploma in relevant field with 3 years of additional experience

Desired

• Master's degree or equivalent in Business Administration Accounting/Finance/Commerce or relevant field

ABOUT US

At SSMC, we firmly believe that the human touch is a fundamental part of care. We understand that health care is both an art and a science, running deeper than simply diagnosing and treating those who rely on us. Our SSMC Model of Care puts our patients at the forefront of our purpose and at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that the needs of our patients come first. Every one of our patients receives individualized attention from a multidisciplinary team of experts who collaborate closely to deliver trusted and compassionate care. From the very first point of contact with SSMC, to the moment patients are back home, we ensure speciality‑specific care at every stage and in every interaction. As one of the largest tertiary hospitals in the UAE, SSMC provides access to specialist medical treatments and advanced diagnostics, with a commitment to becoming a Destination Medical Center in the UAE and wider region.

ABOUT THE TEAM

About Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC)

SSMC is the largest tertiary hospital in the UAE and serves to elevate the provision of health care services in the nation under the mandate of the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030. Supported by the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities available, SSMC offers care in 44 specialties. A team of locally and internationally trained medical, clinical and admin professionals work seamlessly together, which promotes comprehensive interdisciplinary learning, allowing SSMC to become a leading hub for integrated patient‑centric medical services in the region. As the region’s leading tertiary facility, SSMC has 742 patient beds, 18 operating theatres, and includes a hybrid operating room, 26‑bed neonatal intensive care unit, and the UAE’s largest pathology lab.