Senior Account Manager

Job Summary

The Senior Accounts Manager is responsible for overseeing the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, tax compliance, and internal financial controls. The role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records, compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and timely delivery of financial information to management to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities1. Accounting and Financial Management

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank transactions.
• Ensure accurate recording and classification of financial transactions.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and trial balances.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records.

1. Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Analyse financial performance, revenue, expenses, profitability, and variances against budgets.
• Prepare management reports and financial dashboards.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Monitor key financial performance indicators and identify areas for improvement.

1. Budgeting and Cash Flow Management

• Coordinate annual budgeting and periodic forecasting.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity requirements.
• Oversee cash flow projections and payment planning.
• Review customer collections and supplier payment schedules.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial efficiency and control costs.

1. Tax and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, financial regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Oversee preparation and filing of relevant tax returns and statutory declarations.
• Maintain supporting documentation for tax and regulatory reviews.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities as required.

1. Internal Controls and Audit

• Establish, implement, and monitor effective accounting procedures and internal financial controls.
• Identify financial risks and recommend corrective measures.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and delegated approval limits.
• Investigate discrepancies and resolve accounting issues promptly.

1. Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Monitor outstanding receivables, overdue balances, and collection performance.
• Review supplier invoices, payment requests, and account statements.
• Ensure timely customer invoicing and accurate allocation of receipts.
• Resolve billing disputes and supplier account discrepancies.
• Maintain appropriate controls over credit management and payment processing.

1. Team Leadership and Coordination

• Supervise, guide, and develop the accounting team.
• Allocate responsibilities and monitor team performance.
• Review work prepared by accountants and finance officers.
• Improve accounting processes, reporting timelines, and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with procurement, sales, operations, HR, and other departments on financial matters.

1. Systems and Process Improvement

• Oversee the effective use of accounting software and ERP systems.
• Identify opportunities to automate routine accounting tasks.
• Standardise financial procedures and reporting formats.
• Maintain proper financial documentation and record-retention practices.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CMA, or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Minimum 5–8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in accounting software or ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder-management abilities.
• High standards of accuracy, confidentiality, integrity, and attention to detail.

Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED18,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person