Senior Accountant

About the role

An experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant is sought to manage the accounting and financial reporting function. The role covers full-cycle accounting, financial reporting and investment-related transactions, and involves handling accounts independently and supervising junior staff. It is an on-site position in Abu Dhabi.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complete accounting operations independently
• Prepare and finalise trial balance, profit and loss statement and balance sheet
• Ensure timely month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing
• Maintain accurate and compliant books of accounts in line with applicable accounting standards
• Perform and review bank and general ledger reconciliations
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable
• Review journal entries and supporting documentation
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure proper expense classification
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation
• Assist in statutory and management reporting
• Supervise and guide junior accountants, reviewing their work and providing technical support and training
• Prepare financial statements and management reports, and support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
• 5-8 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in investment or financial services
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards (IFRS preferred)
• Hands-on experience in trial balance and full set of accounts
• Ability to manage accounting functions independently and experience supervising junior staff

Required skills

• Accounting software such as Tally, SAP or similar
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills