Senior Accountant

Job Description (JD) – Senior Accountant

Position Title: Senior Accountant Department: Finance & Accounts Reports To: Finance Manager / Finance Controller / General Manager

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing reconciliations, supervising junior accounting staff, and ensuring compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and statutory regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities and financial transactions.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor general ledger entries and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Perform bank, supplier, customer, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Ensure timely VAT filing and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis reports.
• Monitor cash flow and assist management with financial planning.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Review payroll processing and employee benefits accounting.
• Assist external auditors and coordinate audit requirements.
• Supervise and train junior accountants and accounting assistants.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and internal controls.
• Analyze financial data and recommend cost-saving measures.
• Support management with strategic financial decision-making.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• F and B experience is mandatory.
• Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CMA, or CA is preferred.
• Minimum 5-7 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP/accounting software.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of VAT regulations and financial compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.

Skills & Competencies

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• General Ledger Management
• Bank & Account Reconciliation
• VAT Compliance
• Audit Coordination
• Team Leadership
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• ERP & Accounting Software
• Advanced Excel Skills
• Software related to accounting

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED6,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person