Job Description

Senior Accountant
? Location: Dubai, UAE (Only Candidates Based in UAE will be considered)
? Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team in Dubai. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional with strong technical expertise, excellent attention to detail, and proven experience in financial reporting, compliance, and controls across the UAE and KSA. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial records, statutory compliance, and supporting audits, budgeting, and system improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Prepare, review, and finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions in the general ledger.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities , including accruals, provisions, and adjustments.
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register , ensuring accurate capitalization and depreciation calculations.
• Ensure strict compliance with IFRS/GAAP , internal accounting policies, and reporting standards.
• Prepare supporting schedules and analysis for management reporting.

Reconciliations & Internal Controls

• Perform and review bank, vendor, customer, and intercompany reconciliations on a regular basis.
• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable , ensuring timely settlements and follow-ups.
• Ensure adherence to internal control frameworks , approval matrices, and segregation of duties.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies or variances promptly.
• Support continuous strengthening of financial controls and compliance processes.

Budgeting & Financial Analysis

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and periodic reforecasts .
• Analyze budget vs. actual variances and provide clear explanations to management.
• Support management with financial insights and ad-hoc analysis as required.

Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Prepare, review, and ensure timely filing of VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), and Corporate Tax (CT) returns in both UAE and KSA .
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations and maintain proper documentation.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities .
• Support internal and external audits , ensuring documentation readiness and smooth audit execution.
• Stay updated on regulatory, tax, and accounting changes affecting the business.

Team Support & Process Improvement

• Supervise, guide, and review the work of junior accountants .
• Support finance process improvements, standardization, and documentation.
• Assist with ERP/accounting system implementations or upgrades , if required.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting quality.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field .
• 10+ years of relevant accounting experience , preferably in the UAE with regional (KSA) exposure.
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, and statutory compliance .
• Solid understanding of VAT, WHT, and Corporate Tax regulations in UAE and KSA.
• Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics (F&O) ERP system is a strong advantage.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting systems.
• Experience working in fast-paced, multi-entity environments is preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Hands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills Required