Financial Accountant - UAE National

Overview

Financial Reporting

• Prepare, review, and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reporting standards.
• Manage and ensure adherence to the monthly financial close calendar and reporting deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, including IFRS and internal financial policies.
• Collaborate with wider finance teams to gather, validate, and consolidate financial data to support accurate reporting.
• Review financial statements subject to specific reporting or regulatory requirements and provide technical commentary where necessary.
• Prepare audit committee materials, management presentations, and financial analysis for both internal and external stakeholders on a quarterly basis.
• Support internal and external audit activities by providing required documentation, financial insights, and timely responses to audit requests.
• Ensure compliance with internal control frameworks, maintain documented financial processes, and assess the effectiveness of risk mitigation controls.
• Support the implementation of audit recommendations to strengthen financial reporting, controls, and governance.
• Promote best practice accounting principles and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial reporting processes.

Regulatory Reporting

• Monitor and assess regulatory developments impacting financial reporting and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports accurately and within required timelines.
• Review quarterly regulatory submissions and reconciliations to ensure alignment between internal financial reporting and regulatory requirements prior to submission.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and respond to information requests, including the preparation of presentations and supporting documentation for annual performance reviews.
• Work closely with legal and compliance teams to assess the financial implications of regulatory developments and ensure organisational compliance.
• Maintain an organised repository of regulatory policies, guidelines, and supporting documentation to facilitate audits and inspections.
• Support the development and enhancement of compliance policies and procedures relating to financial and regulatory reporting.
• Drive reporting process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Technical Accounting

• Support the development, implementation, and enhancement of accounting policies and financial processes in line with IFRS requirements.
• Monitor IFRS developments and assess their impact on financial reporting and accounting treatment across the organisation.
• Conduct external benchmarking and technical accounting analysis to ensure alignment with evolving best practices.
• Partner with cross-functional finance teams, including accounting, treasury, business performance, and financial planning, to implement new or revised accounting standards.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and support on complex IFRS-related matters, including the preparation of accounting positions and recommendations.

Standard Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and governance frameworks to maintain a controlled and consistent operating environment.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems, processes, and practices, incorporating leading practices and adapting to changes in the business environment.
• Support change management initiatives and contribute to the preparation of timely and accurate reports in line with departmental standards and requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting or finance qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or an equivalent certification is required.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience within Finance, Accounting, or a related function, ideally gained within:
• A diverse and multicultural business environment, preferably within medium to large-scale organisations.
• A multinational organisation with complex financial reporting requirements.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of IFRS standards, including hands-on experience with IFRS 16.
• Prior experience within the Energy, Utilities, or Infrastructure sector is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to operate within a regulated environment and manage complex financial and regulatory reporting requirements.