SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Job Description : SENIOR ACCOUNTANT DUBAI UAE A leading logistics organisation in Dubai is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their finance team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. This opportunity offers you the chance to work within a supportive environment where your attention to detail, organisational skills, and collaborative approach will be highly valued. The company is committed to providing ongoing training opportunities, and encouraging knowledge sharing across teams. As a Senior Accountant – Logistics based in Dubai, you will play an integral part in maintaining the accuracy of financial data across multiple functions within the finance department. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve managing general ledger transactions, preparing complex journal entries, reconciling critical accounts, ensuring compliance with local VAT regulations, and supporting both internal reporting cycles and external audits. Assist with daily posting and maintenance of general ledger transactions, ensuring all entries are accurate and up-to-date for seamless financial operations. Prepare comprehensive journal entries including accruals, prepayments, and expense reclassifications to maintain precise financial records. Support monthly and quarterly closing activities by adhering to internal deadlines and collaborating closely with other finance team members. Reconcile key balance sheet accounts such as bank, VAT, payroll, and intercompany accounts to ensure all figures are correct and discrepancies are promptly addressed. Prepare and file monthly VAT returns while ensuring full compliance with UAE VAT regulations through diligent review of supporting documentation. Review vendor and customer transactions meticulously to confirm correct VAT treatment is applied throughout all processes. Maintain thorough audit trails and supporting documents for both VAT-related activities and general ledger transactions to facilitate smooth audits. Assist in generating trial balances and preparing detailed financial schedules required for internal reporting purposes. Support audit preparation by compiling necessary documentation, performing reconciliations, and responding promptly to auditor queries. The ideal candidate for the Senior Accountant – Logistics position brings not only technical expertise but also a genuine commitment to supporting colleagues through effective communication and shared problem-solving. Your background includes several years managing general ledger activities within fast-moving environments where accuracy is paramount. You have hands-on experience navigating UAE VAT requirements—ensuring compliance at every stage—and are comfortable preparing detailed reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field demonstrating your foundational knowledge of core financial principles. 12 years’ experience working with general ledger functions within a similar industry or corporate environment. Proven experience handling VAT regulations specific to the UAE market along with practical application in day-to-day accounting tasks. Solid understanding of accounting principles including International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) which underpin accurate financial reporting. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel enabling efficient data analysis, reconciliation tasks, and report generation for management use. Exposure to ERP systems such as SAGE, SAP or Oracle is considered advantageous as it supports streamlined workflow integration across finance functions. Exceptional attention to detail combined with strong organisational skills ensures all records are maintained accurately for audit readiness. Demonstrated eagerness to learn new processes within the finance function while contributing positively towards team goals.

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