Accountant

A Dubai-based client is looking to hire an Accountant to join its finance team.

Responsibilities

Manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments and balance-sheet reconciliationsMaintain the general ledger and review bank, supplier, client, intercompany and control-account reconciliationsOversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, client receipts and supplier paymentsManage billing across retainers, projects and ad hoc scopes, coordinating with Client Services on billing instructions and purchase-order requirementsMaintain aged receivables and collections trackers, following up on outstanding invoices and resolving billing queriesSupport budgets, forecasts, variance analysis and management reportingCoordinate audit schedules, supporting documentation and auditor queriesEnsure compliance with financial controls, statutory requirements and tax obligationsIdentify and implement improvements across finance processes, reporting and systems

Requirements

Minimum 6 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 2 years in a senior accounting capacityStrong experience in financial reporting, closing, GL management, reconciliations, AP, AR, billing, collections and audit coordinationBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related fieldACCA, CA, CPA, CMA or equivalent qualification is preferredStrong financial reporting and accounting-software skillsExcellent English communication skills and strong attention to detailIf you meet the above requirements, please apply with your updated CV.