Senior Accountant

About the Role: The Senior Accountant will play a key role in leading day-to-day financial activities, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and supporting the finance leadership team in maintaining compliance with IFRS and UAE regulations. The role requires a hands-on individual with experience in a high-growth or FinTech environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and post journal entries for month-end and year-end closing.
• Maintain general ledger and ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS.
• Assist with consolidation of accounts across multiple entities.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Oversee vendor payments, reconciliations, and aging reports.
• Manage accounts receivable including reconciliation and follow-ups.
• Ensure all invoices, receipts, and supporting documents are maintained and compliant.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations, including filing and reconciliation.
• Support external and internal audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor queries.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and relevant UAE regulations.

Financial Analysis & Controls

• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Cross-Functional Support

• Liaise with other departments (operations, product, legal) to ensure financial alignment.
• Support the finance manager in strategic initiatives and special projects.