Senior Accountant (CA/ACCA) – UAE Accounting & Tax Specialist

Job Description

Position Title: Senior Accountant (CA/ACCA) – UAE Accounting & Tax Specialist
Department: Finance & Accounts
Location: Onsite- Lahore Gulberg
Reporting To: Finance Manager / CFO
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accountant (CA/ACCA) with strong strategic financial management expertise and an in-depth understanding of UAE accounting standards, VAT, and corporate tax systems. This role is responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with UAE tax laws, and providing strategic insights to support business decision-making and growth.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead end-to-end accounting operations including general ledger, financial statements, and reconciliations.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and UAE accounting standards.
• Provide strategic financial insights to support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning.

Taxation & Compliance

• Manage and ensure compliance with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations.
• Oversee preparation, filing, and payment of tax returns within regulatory deadlines.
• Liaise with tax authorities, external auditors, and consultants as required.
• Monitor changes in UAE financial and tax laws and recommend updates to company policies.

Strategic Finance & Business Partnering

• Advise senior management on financial risks, opportunities, and cost optimization strategies.
• Contribute to investment planning, financial modeling, and feasibility analysis for new projects.
• Support decision-making for expansion, mergers, or strategic partnerships.
• Lead financial process improvements and internal control enhancements.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Supervise and mentor junior accountants, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Operations, HR, Legal) on financial matters.
• Build strong relationships with banks, external auditors, and stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or ACCA (fully qualified) with 7+ years of accounting and finance experience, including senior-level exposure.
• Strong knowledge of UAE accounting systems, VAT, Excise Tax, and Corporate Tax regulations.
• Proven expertise in strategic financial management and advisory.
• Proficiency in accounting systems (SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, or equivalent).
• Strong MS Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment.

Key Competencies

• Strategic financial thinking and problem-solving.
• Taxation and regulatory expertise (UAE focus).
• Leadership and team management.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Exposure to regional and international markets.
• Opportunity to contribute to strategic growth and high-impact decisions.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person