Accountant

Arena Europe, Middle East & Asia; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst with a strong background in accounting principles. This role involves managing financial statements, tax audits, and compliance while mentoring junior accountants. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, enabling them to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will play a crucial role in financial forecasting and reporting for the region. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow professionally while making a significant impact on the company's financial health.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Ability to finalize accounts and manage financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements and schedules.
• Manage tax audits and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Train and mentor junior staff in accounting practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Certified Chartered Accountant/ACCA

Job description

Position Description

Job Title: Financial Analyst

Reporting Into: Finance Manager

Direct Reports: NA

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Objective:

• Utilizing hands-on accounting experience and an in-depth understanding of accounting principles and company practices
• Perform complex accounting activities and financial analyses

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accountants
• Manage tax audits and tax returns
• Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Facilitate and complete monthly close procedures/Manage the monthly financial close process, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded, reviewing journal entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparation
• Plan, assign and review staffs work
• Primary responsibility is to prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules
• Reviewing journal entries of junior accountants to ensure accuracy
• Training and mentoring junior staff
• Reconciliations including general Ledger and balance Sheet
• Processing of accruals, prepayments and subsequent journals
• Managing inter-company transactions and their reconciliation
• Cost reporting
• Approving journals
• Project profitability review (PCPR)
• Financial forecasting for the region

Required Skills/Abilities:

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently or as a team member and a diverse group of people
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines
• Sound understanding of accounting principles

Education and Experience:

• Accounting/Finance graduate, preferably a certified Chartered Accountant/ACCA
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience up to finalization of accounts

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