Accounting Manager

We are currently hiring an Accounting Manager for one of our clients, a large Engineering and Construction company.

Job Location: Dubai, UAE

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Management & Accounting Oversight

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring compliance with international and local financial regulations.
• Supervise bookkeeping activities, ensuring accuracy in financial records, ledger maintenance, and reconciliations.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements, balance sheets, profit & loss accounts, and cash flow statements.

2. Taxation & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with VAT, corporate tax, and other applicable tax regulations.
• Prepare and review tax filings, including VAT returns, withholding tax, and corporate tax submissions.
• Liaise with tax authorities and auditors for tax assessments and compliance matters.

3. Banking & Financial Transactions

• Handle Letter of Credit (LC) processes, ensuring seamless international trade transactions.
• Manage relationships with banks, ensuring smooth processing of payments, fund transfers, and reconciliations.
• Oversee foreign exchange transactions and currency management for international dealings.

4. Business Risk & Audit Management

• Ensure financial processes align with regulatory and corporate governance standards.
• Identify financial risks and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with internal and external auditors to streamline the audit process.
• Establish and enforce compliance with company-wide financial policies and procedures.

5. Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and mentor a team of four accounting professionals, providing guidance and performance evaluations.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively, ensuring efficient workflow within the accounting department.
• Train the team on financial best practices, tax laws, and regulatory changes.

6. Financial Planning & Strategy

• Provide financial insights and analysis to support business decision-making.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Support cost control initiatives and profitability analysis for the company.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Must have professional certification (CMA, CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years of experience working with Big 4 firms or large corporations.
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP) and local regulations.
• Expertise in bookkeeping, VAT, corporate tax, and international trade.
• Proficiency in ERP (SAP) systems and accounting software.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.