Chief Accountant

𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟/𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭

Location: Umm Ramool, Rashidiya
Company:  The Bridal Atelier Garments Trading L.L.C

Reports to: General Manager

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable based on qualifications and experience.

Preferably: Sri Lankan, Arab, or Asian nationality.

Job Summary:

The Chief/Senior Accountant will oversee accounting operations across group companies, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely financial reporting. This role includes managing daily accounting activities, coordinating audits, assisting in budgeting and forecasting, performing financial analysis, leading the accounting team, and driving process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage accounting operations.
• Prepare accurate financial statements in line with UAE regulations.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger activities.
• Ensure compliance with UAE tax, VAT, and labor laws.
• Coordinate with external auditors during audits.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team.
• Conduct financial analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Identify and implement process improvements and internal controls.
• Communicate financial insights to management and stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related.

·        Minimum of 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory or   

         leadership role.

·        Prior experience in the FMCG industry is highly preferred, with a strong understanding of industry-specific accounting practices.

·        Strong knowledge of UAE financial regulations, VAT, and tax compliance.

·        Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., FACTS or similar ERP systems).

·        Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and financial modelling.

·        Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

·        High level of integrity and attention to detail.

·        Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.