Senior Accountant
Job Description
A Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing the company’s general accounting operations, records and statements for compliance with laws and regulations by controlling and verifying our financial transactions. Their duties include assuming a leadership role to guide accounting staff in daily tasks, reviewing financial data to support the senior management to make forecasting decisions and financial strategies.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting or other relevant
• Relevant certification (e.g. CMA or CPA) will be preferred
• Previous experience as an Accountant for at least 5 years in the U.A.E (experience of guiding a team of Accountants and Junior Accountants will be preferred)
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with accounting software and MS Excel
• Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures, familiarity with financial accounting statements, general ledger functions and month-end/year-end closing procedures
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (experience of working collaboratively across multiple stakeholders will be preferred)
• Possess with thoroughness with accuracy and attention to detail
• Fluency in English, both speaking and writing
Responsibilities Duties:
Here are the overview of the Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to;
• Verify, allocate and reconcile account balances, bank statements and maintain general ledger
• Preparation of month/quarter/year-end close procedures and reporting
• Preparation of annual accounts for audit and annual statutory reporting
• Monitor, develop and document processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Provide financial and analytical support to the senior management around budgets, spending, reporting and financial accountability
• Provide guidance to accounting staff
• Complete tax returns and other statutory compliance requirements