Head Accountant jobs in United Arab Emirates

Job Title: Financial Accountant cum Team Leader
Location: UAE (Middle East coverage)
Department: Finance

Via Medica International Healthcare is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join our team.
Job Summary:
Deliver accurate financial reporting with strong internal controls ensuring compliance with regulatory and group requirements. Support the UAE CFO in achieving strategic goals and KPI targets. Oversee a team of accountants and contribute to financial operations across multiple countries in the Middle East.

• Lead accurate booking and reconciliation of Trade/Non-Trade Payables AR and Intercompany transactions

• Process payments with zero double-payment tolerance

• Manage month‑end closing ensuring timely and accurate financial/non‑financial reporting (e.g. CCT Cash RF WC CAPEX GP)

• Maintain the integrity and completeness of financial records per GAAP and group policies

• Perform BS reconciliations, fixed‑assets payroll entries and intercompany recharge documentation

• Monitor invoice postings, deferred revenue accruals prepayments and IFRS16 journal entries

• Handle tax provision posting and coordination for filings

• Lead year‑end close and ensure timely production of audited accounts

• Liaise with internal departments for data coordination and financial submissions

• Support internal/external audit queries and tax reporting

• Collaborate with FP&A Treasury and Working Capital teams

• Degree in Accounting/Finance; ACCA or equivalent qualification

• Minimum 8 years accounting experience in multinational/global environments

• Strong knowledge of multi‑currency multi‑country reporting

• Experience with SUN and/or Oracle is a plus

• Excellent communication, organization and analytical skills

• Ability to meet deadlines, manage pressure and lead effectively

• Fluent in English; willing to travel if needed

Interested applicants may apply by sharing their updated CV and qualifications to: emailprotected

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