A skilled GL Accountant is required in Abu Dhabi to manage general ledger accuracy, month-end closing, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of GL accounting experience (retail/FMCG preferred).
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required).
- Professional progress such as ACCA, CMA, or CPA is an advantage.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central preferred).
- Strong Excel skills; Power Query/Power BI is a plus.
- Solid understanding of IFRS, UAE VAT, and inventory accounting.
- Detail-oriented with strong reporting and deadline management skills.
Responsibilities and Requirements
- Prepare and post journals including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and provisions.
- Reconcile bank, AP, AR, intercompany, GRNI, and inventory subledgers.
- Ensure timely month-end close, trial balance preparation, and variance analysis.
- Maintain chart of accounts and cost centers, ensuring posting control compliance.
- Review VAT output/input and file returns with supporting schedules.
- Support audits through reconciliations, lead schedules, and documentation.
- Coordinate with Procurement, Stores, and Payroll to resolve accounting exceptions.
- Assist in budgeting and cash-flow forecasting when required.
KPIs
- Month-end close by T+5 or earlier.
- Zero unexpected GL variances.
- On-time VAT filings and clean audit points.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits as per company policy.