Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant in Dubai-UAE

Previous experience working within a UAE government entity is mandatory. The ideal candidate will have strong financial and accounting expertise, with a solid understanding of government financial procedures, regulations, and reporting requirements.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee general ledger activities, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures, and financial performance against approved allocations.
• Perform account reconciliations, review trial balances, and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure compliance with government financial policies, procedures, accounting standards, and applicable regulations.
• Support budget preparation, financial planning, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and provide the required financial documentation.
• Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, accruals, and provisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial controls, reporting processes, and operational efficiency.
• Prepare financial analysis and reports to support management decision-making.

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Senior Accountant or in a similar senior accounting role.
• Mandatory experience working within a UAE government entity.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and government financial procedures.
• Excellent analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance.