Assistant Manager – Accounting GBS Dubai

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations such as accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger for Middle East regional entities.
• Ensure accurate and timely closure of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts per IFRS and relevant tax/legal frameworks.
• Supervise financial statement preparation, reporting, and budget forecasting across multiple countries.
• Manage bank account reconciliations, cash flow, and statutory payments for different jurisdictions.
• Drive compliance with group accounting policies and regional/internal financial controls, including UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, and more.
• Coordinate and support statutory/internal audits for entities across the Middle East, resolving audit queries promptly.
• Collaborate with consultants for VAT and tax compliance in each country, staying current on changing regulations.
• Mentor junior accountants and support their skills development in multicounty settings.
• Lead or support ERP system operations, upgrades, and improvements
• Identify accounting process improvement opportunities and help implement best-in-class solutions.
• Prepare periodic management reports and deliver actionable insights for Management.