Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Senior Accountant to join our finance team in Dubai. This role requires a professional with a strong background in accounting to manage and oversee financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant standards and regulations. The successful candidate will play a key role in financial reporting, audits, and process improvements within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for maintaining and reconciling the general ledger, preparing detailed financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, and handling month-end and year-end closing activities. This position involves preparing and reviewing journal entries, accruals, and adjustments, as well as reconciling bank accounts, intercompany balances, and all balance sheet accounts. The role also includes monitoring accounts payable and receivable, managing fixed assets, and ensuring compliance with IFRS, UAE VAT laws, and company finance policies. Additionally, the candidate will assist in budget preparation, forecasting, cash flow reporting, and support audit activities by providing necessary documentation. Payroll accounting review, financial data analysis, and investigating variances are also part of the responsibilities. The Senior Accountant will contribute to enhancing accounting processes and internal controls and support the implementation and ongoing improvement of the ERP system, specifically Odoo. Supervising junior accountants and providing guidance as needed is a vital part of this role, along with any other finance-related duties assigned by senior management.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. Professional certifications such as ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent are highly preferred. Candidates should bring at least five years of overall accounting experience, including significant time spent in a senior accounting capacity. A solid understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and UAE VAT regulations is essential. Experience with ERP software, particularly Odoo, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel are required. The role demands strong analytical, organizational, and communication abilities, along with the capacity to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines consistently.

Preferred Experience

Experience in the healthcare sector, such as clinics, laboratories, or multi-company group environments, is considered an advantage. Familiarity with budgeting, financial reporting, audit processes, internal controls, finance policies, and cost accounting will enhance a candidate’s suitability for this position.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in this opportunity are invited to submit their updated resume directly to careers@fsg-lab.com. We encourage qualified professionals seeking to advance their careers in accounting to apply.