Description
The
Manager – Accounting is responsible for
ensuring accurate financial accounting, statutory compliance, and timely reporting for operations in the
Middle East/GCC market. This individual contributor role works closely with the Financial Controller (ME/GCC) and crossfunctional teams to maintain strong financial controls, support external audits, and provide reliable financiais insights. The position requires deep accounting expertise, strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of Middle East regulatory frameworks, including VAT compliance and local reporting standards.
What We Expect From You
- Prepare periodic financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, and supporting schedules) for UAE/Middle East entities.
- Coordinate with External auditors to finalize annual financial statements in compliance with local audit and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure full compliance with VAT laws, corporate reporting requirements, and other applicable financial regulations.
- Prepare monthly MIS reports and dashboards for UAE management review.
- Review monthly, quarterly, and annual closing entries for UAE entities, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation.
- Conduct monthly budget vs. forecast analyses specific to UAE operations, highlighting variances and corrective actions.
- Ensure accurate and timely accounting for Middle East business operations, including recording credit card transactions, vendor payments, and cash reconciliations.
- Monitor daily receivables across Middle East customers and ensure timely collections in line with local payment cycles.
- Develop and maintain finance SOPs aligned with market practices and organizational standards.
- Manage banking interactions with financial institutions, including time deposits, cheque processing, fund transfers, and other operational matters.
- Implement strong internal controls to ensure expenditures comply with approved budgets and company policies.
What You Should Bring
- CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification (preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, ideally working with ME entities or the broader GCC region.
- Strong knowledge of Accounting practices, VAT regulations, statutory reporting, and financial compliance.
- Experience with advanced proficiency in Excel.
- Excellent analytical abilities, communication skills, and the capability to work effectively with and influence crossfunctional stakeholders.
