Senior Accountant

Dubai, DU, AE, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Senior accountant's role is to support the organisation by ensuring that all financial records and reporting are up to standard, updated and maintained regularly. In some cases, they are responsible for working with third parties, like banks or auditors, to keep business finances on track

Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results Analyze financial information and summarize financial status Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures Manage accounting assistants and bookkeepers Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process Provide input into department's goal setting process Prepare financial statements and produce budget according to schedule Assist with tax audits and tax returns Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance Plan, assign and review staff's work Support month-end and year-end closing process Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls Ensure compliance with GAAP principles

Requirements



+ Proven experience as a senior accountant or similar role + Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
+ In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
+ Awareness of business trends
+ Familiarity with financial accounting statements
+ Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end closing process
+ Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like SAP or other ERP
+ Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
+ Accuracy and attention to detail
+ Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
+ BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant
+ Relevant certification (e.g. CMA or CPA) will be preferred

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1904087
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, DU, AE, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned