Summary
AVAR is seeking a Senior Accountant for its Finance team at its head office in Dubai. The role oversees accounting operations, general ledger activities, closing, financial reporting, UAE tax compliance, audits, budgets, and internal controls across multiple entities. Applicants should have 3–4 years of relevant UAE experience, experience supervising junior accountants, and a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or CA. ERP experience is required, preferably with Microsoft Dynamics 365; ACCA, CPA, or CMA qualifications are also noted.
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Role Overview
As our Senior Accountant, you will be an integral member of the Finance team, operating from our Head Office in Dubai. This pivotal role requires a hands-on professional with strong technical expertise, adept at delivering accurate financial information, overseeing accounting operations, and ensuring compliance with UAE tax regulations.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and guide the accounting team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in daily operations.
- Oversee all general ledger functions, month-end and year-end closing processes, reconciliations, accruals, and provisions.
- Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and management reports.
- Ensure compliance with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations, including timely submission of returns.
- Coordinate with auditors, external consultants, and internal stakeholders for audits and other financial matters.
- Assist in developing and monitoring budgets and forecasts.
- Implement and maintain robust internal controls across multiple entities.
- Optimize accounting processes and contribute to ERP system enhancements, especially within Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Must have requirements
- 3–4 years of relevant UAE experience as a Senior Accountant.
- Proven experience in leading or supervising junior accountants.
- Comprehensive knowledge of General Ledger, closing procedures, reconciliations, accruals, provisions, and financial reporting.
- Thorough understanding of UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or CA.
- Experience working with ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365).
- Fluent in English with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure.
- Experience managing accounting for multiple entities
- Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, or CMA.
- Background in budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Prior experience in a similar industry or with rapid-growth organizations.