Senior Accountant / Finance Manager
Location: Dubai, UAE
Reporting to: Finance Director
Position Overview
The Senior Accountant / Finance Manager will be responsible for the full end-to-end accounting and financial management of a distinct commercial office segment within a larger mixed-use development. This role will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, controls, budgeting, compliance, and operational finance support for the asset.
The position requires strong technical accounting expertise, and the ability to partner closely with operations and asset management teams.
This is a hands-on role with ownership of the complete finance cycle from transactional oversight through to statutory reporting and audit coordination.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close Process
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process
Prepare and review full financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
Maintain general ledger integrity and supporting schedules
Perform balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis
Deliver timely and accurate reporting packages
Ensure compliance with IFRS and company accounting policies
Operational Accounting
Oversee revenue accounting
Monitor receivables, collections, and aging analysis
Review and approve payables and expense coding
Ensure correct cost allocations between operating components
Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules
Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Partnering
Lead annual budgeting process for the Suites
Prepare rolling forecasts and cash flow projections
Provide financial insights to support pricing, cost management, and profitability initiatives
Partner with Operations leadership to drive financial performance
Compliance, Controls & Governance
Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance framework
Ensure VAT compliance and regulatory filings
Coordinate annual audit process and liaise with external auditors
Ensure adherence to management agreements and ownership reporting requirements
Support internal reporting requirements
Cash & Treasury Management
Monitor cash flow and working capital
Manage bank reconciliations and funding requirements
Support capital expenditure tracking and reporting
Systems & Process Improvement
Drive process efficiencies and automation within finance operations
Ensure integrity of accounting systems
Develop dashboards and reporting enhancements where appropriate
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Professional qualification preferred (CPA, ACCA, CA)
5+ years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of IFRS
Experience with budgeting and operational finance support
Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and Excel
Experience in VAT compliance (UAE preferred)
Core Competencies
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, asset-focused environment
Commercial mindset with operational awareness
Preferred Experience (If Positioned as Finance Manager)
Experience leading audits independently
Demonstrated experience improving finance processes
Exposure to hospitality KPIs and revenue management
What Success Looks Like in This Role
Accurate and timely monthly close with no audit adjustments
Clear, insightful reporting to Asset Management
Strong cash flow visibility and cost control
Seamless coordination with Operations
Well-documented controls and compliance