Our client, a leading firm in the tax and accounting industry, is looking for a Client Accounting Supervisor (Arabic Speaker) to oversee client accounts, ensure compliance with financial standards, and lead a team in providing exceptional accounting services.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise daily accounting operations for multiple client accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.
- Monitor accounts payable/receivable, cash flow, and general ledger maintenance.
- Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, VAT regulations, and company policies.
- Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes for assigned clients.
- Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities as required.
- Mentor and support junior accountants, providing guidance and performance feedback.
- Prepare reports and financial analysis to support client decision-making.
- Maintain strong client relationships by acting as the primary point of contact for accounting queries.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and implement best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, or CMA is a plus).
- Proven progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, VAT, and UAE compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software (experience with Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or similar is an advantage).
- Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills and client-facing experience.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously.
- Arabic speaker preferred but not required
