Accountant (IFRS, Month-End Closing)

About the role

A client is hiring an experienced Accountant for its Finance team in Dubai, reporting to the Chief Accountant. The role covers the full accounting cycle, accurate financial reporting, IFRS compliance and timely financial analysis and reporting. It is an on-site position.

Key responsibilities

• General accounting: general ledger maintenance, bank, intercompany and balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, accruals and prepayments, journal entries and adjustments, month-end and year-end closing, audit coordination and statutory reporting support
• Maintain accounting records in line with IFRS and company policies, monitor transactions and ensure supporting documentation
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and management reports, including Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss and Cash Flow statements
• Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis, and assist external and internal audits
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses for management and help improve accounting processes and internal controls

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CMA, CPA or equivalent) is an advantage
• Minimum 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the UAE
• Strong hands-on experience of the full accounting cycle and thorough knowledge of IFRS
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Required skills

• ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite or Microsoft Business Central
• Advanced Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and financial reporting
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail and strong communication skills