Specialist - Accounting Standards

About the Department of Finance – Abu Dhabi

Established in 1966 with the objective of strengthening the
financial sustainability of the Emirate, DoF is responsible for the development
and execution of the Abu Dhabi government’s annual budget and for overseeing
government returns, expenditures, funding and liquidity. DoF does this by
working closely in partnership with the relevant local government entities and
the Abu Dhabi Executive Council.

Role Overview

To support the implementation, interpretation, and
application of accounting standards, particularly IPSAS, across government
entities and central financial reporting processes. The role ensures consistent
financial reporting practices aligned with international standards and
contributes to the development of accounting policies, guidance, and compliance
frameworks under the fiscal governance of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Essential Duties:

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Assist in the
implementation and continuous enhancement of International Public Sector
Accounting Standards (IPSAS) across the Government of Abu Dhabi entities.

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Interpret and analyze new
or updated accounting standards and assess their implications on financial
reporting practices and government entity compliance.

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Support the development,
issuance, and maintenance of accounting manuals, policies, position papers, and
technical guidance notes based on IPSAS and other relevant frameworks.

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Conduct technical
accounting research and draft briefing notes, interpretations, and responses to
inquiries from government entities related to accounting treatments and
disclosure requirements.

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Review financial statements
and reports from government entities to identify deviations from IPSAS and
provide recommendations for corrective action.

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Assist in the consolidation
of financial data for central reporting purposes, ensuring consistency in
classification, recognition, and measurement across all entities.

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Participate in workshops,
training sessions, and technical outreach initiatives to raise awareness and
build capacity in accounting standard application across departments.

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Monitor global developments
in public sector accounting standards and recommend necessary updates to
internal guidance and policies.

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Liaise with audit bodies,
financial controllers, and reporting units to support accurate interpretation
and implementation of accounting requirements.

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Maintain documentation and
working files for technical reviews, ensuring traceability and compliance with
audit and internal control requirements.

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Support the automation of
accounting standard tools, templates, and compliance tracking within the
financial reporting ecosystem.

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support to the line manager and perform any other related tasks assigned.

Education Qualification:

Bachelor's degree or higher in
Finance, Accounting or equivalent.

Experience:

Preferable to have 3 to 6 years of
experience in a similar field/position.