Al Marwan Group
Senior Accountant
Sharjah, UAEPosted 1 weeks ago
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- Salary
- AED 19k–26k a month· Michael Page
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Senior
- Field
- Finance & Accounting
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
Who We Are Founded in 1978, Al Marwan Group is a diversified organization serving the construction, heavy machinery, Oil & Gas, real estate, development, and Hospitality sectors across the GCC. The Group operates through multiple business units and subsidiaries, delivering integrated solutions supported by strong operational expertise and a well-established regional presence. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records and support financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in general accounting, financial reporting and account reconciliations, with mandatory prior experience in a shipping company or ship management environment. Key Responsibilities • Manage Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR) and general ledger activities. • Record and review journal entries and financial transactions. • Prepare financial statements and periodic financial reports. • Perform bank, supplier, customer and general ledger reconciliations. • Manage month-end and year-end closing activities. • Monitor outstanding receivables, payables and account balances. • Analyse financial data, investigate variances and support budgeting and forecasting. • Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards. • Maintain accurate financial records and support improvements in accounting processes. Required Skills & Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. • Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience. • Mandatory experience in a shipping company or ship management organisation. • Strong knowledge of general accounting, financial reporting and reconciliations. • Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting/ERP systems. • CMA, CPA or CFA certification will be an added advantage. • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience. Mandatory experience in a shipping company or ship management organisation. Strong knowledge of general accounting, financial reporting and reconciliations. Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting/ERP systems. CMA, CPA or CFA certification will be an added advantage. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Responsibilities
Manage Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR) and general ledger activities. Record and review journal entries and financial transactions. Prepare financial statements and periodic financial reports. Perform bank, supplier, customer and general ledger reconciliations. Manage month-end and year-end closing activities. Monitor outstanding receivables, payables and account balances. Analyse financial data, investigate variances and support budgeting and forecasting. Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Maintain accurate financial records and support improvements in accounting processes.
Skills
- Accounts Payable (AP) management
- Accounts Receivable (AR) management
- General ledger
- Journal entries
- Financial statements preparation
- Financial reporting
- Bank reconciliations
- Vendor reconciliations
- Customer reconciliations
- Month-end closing
- Year-end closing
- Accounting systems / ERP
- MS Excel
- Financial analysis
- Audits coordination
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