Job Description

Prepare and finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and company policies. Lead the month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely posting of journal entries, accruals, and adjustments. Prepare financial management reports, including P&L analysis, balance sheet reviews, cash flow reports, and operational performance dashboards. Handle UAE VAT compliance, including preparation of VAT returns, reconciliations, and submission through the FTA portal. Assist in Corporate Tax preparation, ensuring proper documentation, record-keeping, and compliance with UAE Corporate Tax laws. Perform detailed balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and resolution of discrepancies. Monitor accounts payable and receivable cycles, reviewing vendor invoices, aging reports, and ensuring timely payments/collections. Maintain fixed asset registers, perform capitalization, depreciation calculations, and record asset disposals. Support external and internal audits, preparing schedules, responding to queries, and ensuring compliance with audit timelines. Prepare budget reports and assist with annual budgets and periodic forecasts, coordinating with department heads. Analyze financial data and variances, providing insights and recommendations to management for cost control and performance improvement. Prepare regulatory and statutory reports in compliance with UAE laws, free-zone authority requirements, and company policies. Manage intercompany accounting, including reconciliations, settlements, and consolidated reporting. Oversee bank reconciliations, cash flow tracking, and treasury operations for multiple accounts. Review and approve accounting transactions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to internal controls. Ensure proper documentation for procurement, vendor contracts, and payment workflows, aligning with UAE corporate governance practices. Coordinate with HR for payroll accounting, ensuring accurate posting of wages, gratuity provisions, and employee benefits. Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis to support senior management decisions and business planning. Implement and improve internal controls, standard operating procedures, and accounting policies to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, procurement, HR, sales) to support financial planning and ensure compliance with corporate policies.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CMA) are an advantage. 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the UAE. Strong knowledge of IFRS standards, UAE VAT regulations, and Corporate Tax rules. Hands-on experience with Zoho Books; familiarity with other ERP systems is a plus. Proficiency in financial reporting, budgeting, variance analysis, and month-end/year-end closing. Strong understanding of general ledger management, reconciliations, AP/AR processes, and fixed assets. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling); strong analytical and numerical abilities. Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to coordinate across departments. Experience in preparing audit schedules and supporting internal or external audits. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Valid UAE driving license is preferred for operational visits, bank work, and document handling. Any nationality with fluency in English; Arabic knowledge is an advantage. Ability to work independently and take ownership of accounting tasks with minimal supervision. Strong ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism consistent with corporate standards. Availability to join immediately or on short notice is preferred.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED5,500.00 - AED6,000.00 per month