General Accountant - French GAAP

We are seeking an experienced General Accountant to join a growing organisation in Dubai. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, supporting statutory compliance, and contributing to month-end and year-end reporting. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with a strong background in French accounting standards, excellent analytical skills, and previous experience within a Big 4 accounting firm. Key Responsibilities • Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including journal entries and general ledger maintenance. • Record and reconcile financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner. • Perform monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations. • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. • Prepare and post accruals, prepayments, and other month-end adjustments. • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities. • Maintain fixed asset registers and capital expenditure documentation. • Prepare financial reports and support management reporting requirements. • Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and local regulatory requirements. • Support VAT preparation, tax compliance, and statutory reporting. • Assist external auditors during annual audits and provide required documentation. • Perform intercompany reconciliations and resolve discrepancies. • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and strengthen financial controls. • Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation. Candidate Requirements • Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting or finance. • French accounting experience is mandatory. • Previous Big 4 experience is mandatory. • Fluent in French and English (written and spoken). • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. • Experience with ERP/accounting systems is highly desirable. • Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills. • High level of accuracy and attention to detail. • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team. • Proactive mindset with strong time management skills. Show more Show less

Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting or finance. French accounting experience is mandatory. Previous Big 4 experience is mandatory. Fluent in French and English (written and spoken). Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with ERP/accounting systems is highly desirable. Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team. Proactive mindset with strong time management skills.

Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including journal entries and general ledger maintenance. Record and reconcile financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner. Perform monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations. Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. Prepare and post accruals, prepayments, and other month-end adjustments. Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities. Maintain fixed asset registers and capital expenditure documentation. Prepare financial reports and support management reporting requirements. Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and local regulatory requirements. Support VAT preparation, tax compliance, and statutory reporting. Assist external auditors during annual audits and provide required documentation. Perform intercompany reconciliations and resolve discrepancies. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and strengthen financial controls. Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.