Accountant

Job description / Role

Job Title: Accountant
Location: Dubai

Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accountant to join our finance team. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting the preparation of financial reports. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls, while also assisting with audits, tax filings, and other financial reporting activities that support the overall accounting function.

Key Responsibilities
- Maintain the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and classified.
- Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, prepayments, and other adjusting entries as required.
- Perform regular reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including cash, bank, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory.
- Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with company policies.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting procedures, and governance standards.
- Maintain the fixed asset register and lapsing schedules in accordance with accounting standards.
- Support the annual external audit by providing documentation, reconciling accounts, and addressing auditors' inquiries.
- Assist external consultants in preparing and filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with local tax laws and corporate tax policies.
- Implement and maintain a comprehensive financial calendar to track critical deadlines and reporting schedules.

Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy (ACA/CPA preferred but not mandatory).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a strong focus on general ledger management and reconciliations.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and IFRS.
- Proficiency in accounting software and CTRM systems (e.g., Oracle, Aspect), and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
- Reliable and dependable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative approach when working with internal teams and external stakeholders.

About the Company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:

• IT & Telecommunications
• Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
• Banking, Finance & Legal
• Sales & Business Development
• Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
• Human Resources & Training
• Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
• Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
• Executive Recruitment
• Emiratization Solutions
• Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
• Managed Service Provider Solutions
• Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
• Outsourced Staffing Solutions