Senior GL Accountant

Sundus Global; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sundus Global in Abu Dhabi seeks a highly skilled GL Accountant for a prestigious project. The role focuses on general ledger activities, month-end close, and IFRS-compliant financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting, 7+ years of GL experience, and professional certifications such as ACCA, CMA, CPA or CA. Proficiency in Oracle and SAP, advanced Excel, and ERP systems are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• ACCA, CMA, CPA, CA or equivalent certifications are highly preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of General Ledger Accounting and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel with EXPERT LEVEL: XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, SUMIFS; Pivot Tables/Charts; Power Query.
• IFRS knowledge and practical application is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Handle month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data across Oracle and SAP.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Prepare advanced Excel-based financial reports.

Skills

Advanced Excel

IFRS knowledge

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Oracle

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced General Ledger (GL) Accountant for a prestigious project in Abu Dhabi.

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Position: GL Accountant

Experience: Minimum 7 Years

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• Minimum 7 years of experience in General Ledger Accounting and financial reporting.


• Professional Accounting Certifications: ACCA, CMA, CPA, CA, or equivalent certifications are highly preferred.


• Oracle & SAP: Strong hands‑on experience with both Oracle and SAP accounting systems.


• ERP Systems: Advanced knowledge and practical experience in ERP financial modules.


• Advanced Microsoft Excel - EXPERT LEVEL (Mandatory):




• Advanced formulas (XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, SUMIFS)


• Pivot Tables & Pivot Charts


• Financial reporting and data analysis


• Power Query and financial reconciliations


• Large dataset management and automation




• IFRS: Strong knowledge and practical application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) - Mandatory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage general ledger activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations.


• Handle month-end and year-end closing processes.


• Prepare financial statements in compliance with IFRS.


• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis.


• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data across Oracle and SAP.


• Support internal and external audits.


• Prepare advanced Excel-based financial reports.