Senior Accountant

Department: Controllership

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: UAE

Reporting To: Ahmed El-Shazly

Description

About us:

Tabby creates financial freedom in the way people shop, earn and save by reshaping their relationship with money. Over 15 million users choose Tabby to stay in control of their spending and make the most out of their money.

The company’s flagship offering allows shoppers to split their payments online and in-store with no interest or fees. Over 40,000 global brands and small businesses, including Amazon, Noon, IKEA, and SHEIN use Tabby to accelerate growth and gain loyal customers by offering easy and flexible payments online and in stores.

Tabby generates over $10 billion in annual transaction volume for its partner brands and is the highest-rated, most-reviewed, largest, and fastest-growing FinTech in the GCC region. Tabby launched in 2019 and has since raised +$1 billion in equity and debt funding from global and regional investors, and is now valued at $3.3 billion.

About the Role:

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in leading day-to-day financial activities, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and supporting the finance leadership team in maintaining compliance with IFRS and UAE regulations. The role requires a hands-on individual with experience in a high-growth or FinTech environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare, review, and post journal entries for month-end and year-end closing.
• Maintain general ledger and ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS.
• Assist with consolidation of accounts across multiple entities.
  
  
  

• Oversee vendor payments, reconciliations, and aging reports.
• Manage accounts receivable including reconciliation and follow-ups.
• Ensure all invoices, receipts, and supporting documents are maintained and compliant.
  
  
  

• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations, including filing and reconciliation.
• Support external and internal audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor queries.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and relevant UAE regulations.
  
  
  

• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  
  
  

• Liaise with other departments (operations, product, legal) to ensure financial alignment.
• Support the finance manager in strategic initiatives and special projects.
  
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional certification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly desirable.
• 4–6 years of accounting experience, preferably in fintech, e-commerce, or fast-paced industries.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UAE VAT regulations.
• Proficient in ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or similar).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
  
  
  

• We offer flexible working hours and trust you to work enough hours to do your job well at times that suit you and your team.
• A working environment that gives you autonomy and responsibility from day one.
• You should be comfortable with the idea that the quality of your work will influence the shape of your career.
• Participation in the company’s employee stock options program.
• Health Insurance.
• Flexi Perks: a monetary benefit to spend on what matters most to you — health, well-being, education, or professional development.