Senior Accountant - Arabic Speaker

Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial reporting, general ledger management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supporting month-end and year-end closing activities, maintaining compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations, and providing valuable financial insights to support business decisions. The successful candidate should possess strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while supervising junior finance team members. Key Responsibilitie sFinancial Reportin • gPrepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements • .Analyze financial results and provide variance analysis against budgets and forecasts • .Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies • .Prepare management reports and financial presentations to support strategic decision-making .General Ledger & Month-End Closin • gMaintain the integrity of the General Ledger and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions • .Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations • .Lead month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring all deadlines are met • .Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies promptly .Budgeting & Forecastin • gSupport the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts • .Monitor actual financial performance against budget and explain key variances • .Provide recommendations to improve financial performance and cost efficiency .Financial Analysi • sConduct financial and operational analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities • .Prepare ad hoc financial reports and business analysis as requested by management • .Support business planning and investment decisions through data-driven insights .Compliance & Internal Control • sEnsure compliance with IFRS, company policies, and applicable financial regulations • .Maintain effective internal controls and support continuous process improvements • .Assist with internal and external audits by preparing supporting schedules and documentation • .Coordinate with tax consultants to ensure timely and accurate tax filings and regulatory compliance .Team Leadershi • pSupervise and support junior accounting staff • .Review accounting work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance • .Provide coaching, guidance, and training to enhance team performance • .Foster collaboration within the Finance team and across other departments .Process Improvemen • tIdentify opportunities to improve accounting processes and financial reporting efficiency • .Participate in ERP enhancements and finance system improvements • .Support automation initiatives and implementation of best practices . Qualificatio • nsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related disciplin • e.Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, ACCA, or CA is highly preferre • d.Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a corporate environmen • t.Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standard • s.Experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and month-end/year-end closin • g.Experience working with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Odoo, Zoho, or simila • r.Advanced Microsoft Excel skill • s.Experience dealing with auditors and tax authorities is preferre d. Skills & Competenc • iesFinancial Report • ingGeneral Ledger Managem • entBudgeting & Forecast • ingFinancial Planning & Analysis (FP& • ;A)Month-End & Year-End Clos • ingAccount Reconciliat • ionTax Complia • nceInternal Contr • olsERP Syst • emsAdvanced Microsoft Ex • celAnalytical & Problem-Solving Ski • llsLeadership & Team Managem • entTime Managem • entAttention to Det • ailCommunication & Stakeholder Managem ent Show more Show less

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, ACCA, or CA is highly preferred. Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a corporate environment. Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards. Experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and month-end/year-end closing. Experience working with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Odoo, Zoho, or similar. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience dealing with auditors and tax authorities is preferred.