Senior Accountant

Full time at Bayut | dubizzle in UAE

Posted on February 23, 2025

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Bayut & dubizzle have the unique distinction of being iconic, homegrown brands with a strong presence across the seven emirates in the UAE. Connecting millions of users across the country, we are committed to delivering the best online search experience. As part of Dubizzle Group, we are alongside some of the strongest classified brands in the market. With a collective strength of 5 brands, we have more than 123 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs. As the Senior Accountant, you will:

Take full ownership of the TB and all accounts contained within. You will be hands-on with our business stakeholders to stay up to date with business activities, translating these into accurate reporting and complete financial records.
Prepare monthly and other periodic reporting to support the needs of both the business and the wider Finance team, including Group consolidation, actuals vs budget, variance analysis, cost drivers, and statutory reporting.
Ensure alignment to all relevant compliance reporting matters including statutory accounts, quarterly consolidation reviews, VAT reporting across four tax jurisdictions, ESR reporting, and reporting to the Dubai Statistics Board. Support any and all audits or reviews as necessary.
Review POs as part of the P2P process by working with various stakeholders, understanding the cost and comparing it to the budget. This role is also part of the payment release flow to ensure a segregation of duties in our banking portals.
Take a hands-on approach to any pilots or other new ideas running through the business.
Ensure accurate records start with an understanding of the business, interlinking relationships with the operations teams, and development of processes to get the relevant and accurate data to the TB.
Be proactive and take initiative; getting hands-on in all of these steps and bringing ideas to the Asst Finance Director as they arise.
Mentor other team members to improve their knowledge and skillsets. Full TB ownership will involve review of others’ work. Provide on-the-spot feedback and support to better improve ourselves.
Work alongside other Finance stakeholders, supporting each other to better develop the overall Finance function, including systems testing, data analysis, and charge of accounts changes.
Challenge current processes and identify opportunities for efficiencies within the department.
Drive any identified business improvements.
Recommend/support all system developments impacting accounting and reporting processes. Coordinate with the finance team, management, and non-financial business leads to ensure smooth operations business-wide.
Align management financial reports with business strategy to provide the insight and transparency necessary to affect positive change and drive decision-making.
Develop and recommend accounting control strategies to establish and manage financial policies, processes, procedures, and records.

Minimum Requirements:

ACA, ACCA, CPA qualification (or equivalent)
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or another related field
Minimum of 5 years previous experience in a similar industry and role
Strong knowledge of IFRS and FTA requirements
Experience of interacting with external auditors / Big 4 audit experience
Detailed knowledge of accounting software applications
Advanced MS Excel skills
Ability to operate effectively with people at all levels of the business
Demonstrable ability to work to tight deadlines on critical projects with high attention to detail
Proactive and result-driven with a strong desire to exceed expectations

Benefits:

A fast-paced, high-performing team.
Multicultural environment with over 50 different nationalities
Competitive Tax-free Salary
Comprehensive Health insurance
Annual Air Ticket Allowance
Employee discounts at multiple vendors across the emirates
Rewards & Recognitions
Learning & Development

Bayut & dubizzle is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #UAEBayut #J-18808-Ljbffr

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