Accounts Manager

Job Description : Management Accounts Manager ABU DHABI UAE is accountable for directing and managing the full suite of management & financial reporting as well as annual budget & business plan consolidation for the Senior Management’s review. He is responsible to manage Opex and Capex budgets and any changes there-on. In addition, he will manage the external audit and reporting. Key Accountabilities · Leading the monthly group management reporting with variance analysis (vs budgets & previous year) on key business drivers and development of forecasts; · Ensuring submissions to Group within reporting timelines; · Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements in line with IFRS to listed company standards; · Spearheading annual budget and 5 year plan cycle, issuing budget guidelines and driving corporate deliverables for budget & plan submissions from various business units; · Support Audit Committee & Board Reviews of the quarterly & annual financials, by ensuring that all numbers in the presentation are aligned; · Coordinate the Company's annual audit with the independent auditors. · Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis; · Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting; · Managing Opex and Capex budgets, budget increase & transfer requests in line with Delegation of Authority; QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Minimum Qualification · B.S. degree in Accounting, Business Management, or relevant field; Master’s degree or MBA a plus; · Prior supervisory or management experience. Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills · 8-10 years of experience in Financial & Management Reporting area with at least 5 years in management role; · Prior Big 4 audit experience will be highly preferred; · Strong technical knowledge, especially with financial reporting standards (IFRS) and consolidation principles, managing of accounting close & tight reporting deadlines for the leadership team; · Hands on SAP experience preferred; · Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills; · Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to effectively present financial information to all relevant stakeholders; · Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate strong judgement and decision makings skills; · Proficiency using spreadsheets and implementing and managing systems. Professional Certifications ACA, ACCA, CPA, ACMA or equivalent.

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