Senior Accountant – Manufacturing Business NEW

Job Summary
Looking to identify a talented individual who will play a pivotal role in our client’s organization’s growth and development. This role is responsible for the financial management of the Dubai trading business. The role focuses on accounting, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, internal controls, compliance, audit, tax and treasury functions.

Opportunity to be a part of a growing and well-stablished platform
Progress your career within the accounting function

Job Description
Financial Accounting & Reporting

Preparation for timely and accurate full set accounting and Cognos reporting for the businesses
Work with various functions on proper accounting treatment eg. Customer Service on correct revenue recognition, IT on OPEX/CAPEX classification
Prepare monthly reconciliations of balance sheet items
Prepare monthly adjustments entries and provisions
Provide variance analysis vs Forecast and Budget to the Finance Controller
Prepare and provide costing sheet in support to Commercial Team
Prepare and review standard cost roll up
Prepare fixed assets ledger review and reconciliation
Support internal / external audit by working with auditors on supplying information and evidence
Required and drafting audited financial statements
Proven working knowledge (know the regulations, able to calculate, have experience working
With external providers, etc) of statutory requirements eg. corporate income tax and GST
Basic understanding of transfer pricing documentation and rules to support intercompany price transfer

Internal Controls

Work on the control checklist each month to ensure adherence to controls and compliance requirements
Ensure compliance to all applicable laws, regulations and standards including trade compliance regulations
Ensure compliance with IFRS and the Group Accounting Manual
Reviewing and improving processes and controls to be in line with the Group’s Internal Control Framework

Forecasting and Budgeting

Proven good understanding of forecast and budget processes and timelines
Experienced working with other functions in preparing forecasts and budgets
Do the collections portion and variance analysis of the weekly cash flow forecast

Receivables and Others

Closely monitor collections, update the Finance Manager on status, and reach out to customers and Commercial team on collections
Support Finance Controller on ad-hoc requests eg financial analysis

The Successful Applicant

Degree in Accounting (a professional qualification is a plus)
At least 2 years of audit experience in an international accounting firm
At least 7 years in a sizeable trading company as an Accountant/Senior Accountant managing a full set of books
Experience in accounting, forecasting, budgeting, internal controls, audit, tax and treasury
Good knowledge of IFRS
Hands-on experience with Cognos Controller and Planning Analytics
Able to work independently, detailed, careful and organized
Good communication skills
Confidence and maturity in dealing with various stakeholders
Knowledge on Corporate Tax and VAT UAE Laws