Job Title: Chief AccountantLocation: United Arab Emirates, DubaiJob Type: Full-timeJob Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Chief Accountant with a Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification for our accounting and finance operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial supervision, compliance with IFRS, internal control, and consolidated financial reporting.Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all accounting and financial operations, including the preparation of accounting entries, bookkeeping, and maintaining accurate records for monthly financial statements.
• Verify cost assignments, allocations, and apportionments to retail stores and other departments/divisions.
• Review and reconcile entries as needed.
• Ensure monthly financial results adhere to IFRS and group accounting policies.
• Oversee and monitor subsidiary transactions, supporting the preparation of consolidated financial reports and ensuring timely submissions of monthly/quarterly financial statements and annual audits..
• Assist in tax return preparation in filing, and liaise with external/internal auditors and financial institutions as required.
• Develop standard reporting templates and metrics.
• Provide analysis and reporting, including profitability and unit cost analysis.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory
• Proven experience in financial supervision, accounting operations, and consolidated reporting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and group accounting policies.
• Expertise in cost allocation, reconciliation, and intercompany transactions.
• Experience in establishing internal control procedures and safeguarding company assets.
• Proficiency in preparing tax returns and liaising with auditors.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to support strategic decision-making.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.

Education:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2-3 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management.
• Extensive experience in cost allocation, reconciliation, IFRS compliance, and consolidated financial reporting.
• Prior experience supervising accounting teams and handling intercompany transactions.

Technological Proficiency:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with accounting software and ERP systems is a plus.

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