DP World
Job Context DP World is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to support the ICS Division's financial operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full Record-to-Report (R2R) cycle, ensuring timely and accurate month-end close activities, maintaining compliance with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations, supporting internal and external audits, and contributing to budgeting and financial performance analysis. Working closely with the Finance Business Partner, this role plays a critical part in delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and providing valuable business insights to support decision-making across the division. Key Performance Areas (KPAs) Financial Reporting & Month-End Close • Manage the end-to-end Record-to-Report (R2R) process, including journals, accruals, prepayments, provisions, and intercompany transactions. • Execute monthly closing activities within agreed timelines. • Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding reconciling items. • Produce accurate monthly financial statements and management reports in accordance with IFRS and Group reporting requirements. UAE VAT & Corporate Tax Compliance • Prepare and submit UAE VAT returns within statutory deadlines. • Reconcile VAT accounts and ensure the accuracy of input and output VAT reporting. • Ensure appropriate VAT treatment of transactions, including import/export and free zone-related activities. • Support UAE Corporate Tax compliance through preparation of tax calculations, schedules, and documentation. • Stay informed of regulatory changes and ensure ongoing compliance with Federal Tax Authority (FTA) requirements. Audit & Internal Controls • Serve as the primary contact for external auditors and coordinate audit requests. • Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to facilitate timely audit completion. • Support internal audits, compliance reviews, and implementation of audit recommendations. • Maintain effective internal controls and ensure adherence to Group accounting policies and delegated authorities. Budgeting & Performance Analysis • Support the annual budgeting process through data collection, consolidation, and preparation of financial templates. • Prepare monthly actual versus budget analyses and provide meaningful variance commentary. • Conduct gross margin analysis by principal, product, and market segments. • Support forecasting activities and provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decision-making. Qualifications Required • Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification or equivalent professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or CMA. • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. • Sound understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Skills and Experience Required • Minimum 3–4 years of finance and accounting experience within the UAE. • Proven experience in month-end close, financial reporting, VAT compliance, and audit support. • Strong knowledge of UAE VAT regulations and Corporate Tax requirements. • Experience working with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyse and interpret financial data. • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. • High level of accuracy and attention to detail. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict reporting deadlines. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Proactive team player with high ethical standards and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. About DP World Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door. DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave. We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible. WE MAKE TRADE FLOW TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE. EEO Statement DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or belief. 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Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification or equivalent professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or CMA. Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Sound understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Minimum 3–4 years of finance and accounting experience within the UAE. Proven experience in month-end close, financial reporting, VAT compliance, and audit support. Strong knowledge of UAE VAT regulations and Corporate Tax requirements. Experience working with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyse and interpret financial data. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict reporting deadlines. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proactive team player with high ethical standards and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Manage the end-to-end Record-to-Report (R2R) process, including journals, accruals, prepayments, provisions, and intercompany transactions; execute monthly closing activities within agreed timelines; prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding reconciling items; produce accurate monthly financial statements and management reports in accordance with IFRS and Group reporting requirements; prepare UAE VAT returns within statutory deadlines; reconcile VAT accounts and ensure accuracy of input and output VAT reporting; ensure appropriate VAT treatment of transactions including import/export and free zone activities; support UAE Corporate Tax compliance through preparation of tax calculations, schedules, and documentation; stay informed of regulatory changes and ensure ongoing compliance with Federal Tax Authority (FTA) requirements; serve as the primary contact for external auditors and coordinate audit requests; prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to facilitate timely audit completion; support internal audits, compliance reviews, and implementation of audit recommendations; maintain effective internal controls and ensure adherence to Group accounting policies and delegated authorities; support the budgeting process through data collection, consolidation, and preparation of financial templates; prepare monthly actual vs budget analyses and provide variance commentary; conduct gross margin analysis by principal, product, and market segments; support forecasting activities and provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decision-making.
AED 20,000 – 27,000/mo