Job Description

Job Advertisement: Mission Accountant
Organization: Government
Location: [Abu dhabi ]
Employment Type: Full-time
Position Summary
seeking a highly qualified and experienced Mission Accountant to join our administrative team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing the complex financial operations unique to diplomatic missions, ensuring strict compliance with local laws, international accounting standards, and mission policies. This role is essential for maintaining the financial integrity and efficient operation of the Mission.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete accounting cycle, including journal entries, ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, and trial balance preparation.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for submission to Headquarters.
• Oversee payroll processing for local staff, ensuring compliance with local labor and tax laws.
• Manage petty cash funds, advances, and expense reports, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to internal control procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual operating budget and monitor expenditures against budgetary allocations.
• Ensure full tax and regulatory compliance with all relevant laws of the host country.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
• Manage accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R) functions.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrable experience as an Accountant or Finance Officer working specifically within an Embassy, Consulate, or Diplomatic Mission.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Thorough understanding of general accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and diplomatic financial reporting standards.
• Proven proficiency with major accounting software packages.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis).
• High level of integrity, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in [Specify required languages, e.g., English and Arabic] is mandatory.

Skills Required