Senior Accountant

Job Summary

Our client a multinational automobile company based in Dubai is looking for a Senior Accountant. This role will be responsible for overseeing day-to‑day accounting activities, monthly and quarterly reporting, payroll‑related accounting, vendor payments, budgeting support, VAT compliance and other finance‑related activities.

The role will also supervise one Accountant and support the strengthening of finance processes as the Dubai office evolves from a Representative Office to a more independent operating structure in the future. As the business expands, the role is expected to support broader finance responsibilities including invoicing, receivables, commercial accounting and possible ERP transition.

• Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting – Oversee accounting activities of the Dubai office; accurate and timely recording and monitoring of transactions and cash flows; manage month‑end and year‑end closing; ensure proper accounting treatment, reconciliations, supporting documentation and compliance with internal policies.
• Accounts Payable, Receipts & Cash Management – Oversee vendor payments; monitor receipts and bank transactions; ensure timely bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring; control cheque preparation, bank transfers and payment processing.
• Payroll Accounting & Employee Settlements – Oversee payroll‑related accounting for local and expatriate employees; ensure accounting control of employee‑related payments; coordinate stakeholders for accurate and timely payroll.
• Budgeting & Analysis – Assist in the preparation of the annual budget for the Administration Department; support monthly actual‑versus‑budget analysis; perform variance analysis and provide explanations.
• VAT Compliance & Audit Support – Oversee VAT data preparation, filing and refund processes; monitor UAE VAT changes; ensure compliance with statutory requirements and audit expectations.
• Head Office Coordination – Support accounting, reporting, pooled fund calculations and invoicing to Head Office; coordinate monthly reporting and reconciliations.
• Asset Control & Stock Taking – Maintain accounting and control of fixed assets; coordinate periodic stock‑taking and physical verification; investigate discrepancies.
• Admin Projects & Management Support – Support finance‑related and cross‑functional admin projects; prepare presentations, reports and analysis for management review.
• Team Supervision & Process Improvement – Supervise and review the work of the Accountant; ensure proper work allocation, accuracy and development; implement process improvements to strengthen controls and reporting quality.
• Future Business Transition Support – Support finance and accounting as the Dubai office transitions to an independent entity; prepare for broader accounting responsibilities including potential transition from Sage to SAP.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CPA, CMA or equivalent (preferred).
• Minimum 7–10 years of relevant accounting experience, including at least 2–3 years in a senior or supervisory role.
• Strong experience in financial accounting, month‑end and year‑end closing, payments, reconciliations, payroll accounting, budgeting and VAT.
• UAE accounting experience required.
• Experience with Sage or similar accounting/ERP systems required.
• Exposure to SAP or ERP migration projects – advantage.
• Experience in a multinational or regional office environment preferred.
• Experience in trading, automotive, motorcycle or commercial business environment – advantage.
• Experience in asset control, stock taking and support for internal admin/business projects – advantage.