Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Job Location: UAE

Key Responsibilities:

1. General Ledger Management: Oversee and maintain the accuracy of the general ledger by ensuring all financial transactions are recorded and categorized correctly.
2. Financial Reporting: Prepare and review financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP or IFRS.
3. Month-End and Year-End Close: Lead the month-end and year-end financial close processes, reconciling accounts and verifying data to ensure all journal entries are properly posted.
4. Account Reconciliation: Conduct regular reconciliations of bank, intercompany, and balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
5. Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation, preparing audit schedules, and responding to auditor inquiries.
6. Tax Compliance: Support the preparation of tax filings and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws, coordinating with external tax advisors as needed.
7. Budgeting & Forecasting Support: Collaborate with the finance team to provide detailed financial data for budget preparation and forecasts.
8. Internal Controls: Implement and monitor internal controls to maintain the integrity of financial data and prevent errors or fraud.
9. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to relevant accounting regulations, tax laws, and corporate policies.
10. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes and systems, increasing efficiency and accuracy in reporting.
11. Team Collaboration & Mentorship: Support and review the work of junior accounting staff, assisting in their development and training.
12. Fixed Assets Management: Maintain records of the company’s fixed assets, calculate depreciation, and ensure proper asset capitalization.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
2. Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in accounting.
3. Strong knowledge of financial regulations and reporting standards.
4. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Company Industry:

• Plastics
• Rubber

Department / Functional Area:

• Accounts
• Taxation
• Audit
• Company Secretary

Keywords:

• Senior Accountant