Chief Accountant – Signage & OOH Advertising

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JOB SUMMARY:
Our client, an established company in the signage, digital signage and outdoor advertising sector, is seeking an experienced Chief Accountant to lead the accounting and finance function.

This is a senior-level finance leadership role requiring strong command over accounting operations, cost controls, and reporting frameworks. The ideal candidate brings a strategic mindset, operational rigor, and a background in managing financials within the signage, digital signage, and outdoor advertising industries.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and performance reports.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, ensuring strict compliance with industry standards and regulatory frameworks
• Monitor project-based costing, including budgeting and financial tracking of signage /digital led signage production, installations and annual maintenance contracts.
• Analyze revenue streams from media placements, rental spaces, and advertising campaigns; identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Oversee budget forecasting, variance analysis, and operational KPIs relevant to advertising cycles and installation timelines.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, UAE corporate tax laws, and internal policies.
• Maintain robust internal controls, asset protection procedures, and reporting systems.
• Provide financial insights for contract bidding, media buying, site acquisition, and equipment leasing.
• Coordinate with operations, sales, marketing, and legal teams on campaign budgeting and cost-sharing models.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Qualification: Must have CA / ACCA / CPA / CMA qualified or part-qualified.
• Experience: Minimum 10+ years in finance and accounting UAE, with at least 5 years in a senior finance role within the signage, and outdoor advertising.

Skills & Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of project costing, margin analysis, VAT, and revenue recognition in service-based industries.
• Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Proficient in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, or industry-specific tools).
• Strong leadership, decision-making skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Are you a CA/ ACCA / CGMA / CPA/ CMA qualified or part-qualified?
• Do you have at least 5 years of senior-level finance experience within the signage, outdoor advertising in the UAE?

Language:

• English/Hindi/Urdu (Required)