Lead Accountant

#Relevant experience only

Job Vacancy: Lead Accountant Manufacturing

Reporting To: GM (Doted line CFO)

Location: Dubai - UAE

Company: ECS - FJ Group

Job Summary

The Lead Accountant Manufacturing is responsible for management accounting, manufacturing costing, cash flow and fund management, budgeting, financial analysis, internal controls, and P&L reporting. The role works closely with plant and business teams and reports directly to the CFO to support strategic decision-making, cost optimization, and overall financial performance of manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Accounting & Costing

Track and analyze material, labor, and overhead variances

Monitor WIP, finished goods, and inventory valuation

P&L & Management Accounting

Prepare monthly P&L statements with plant-wise and product-wise analysis

Perform variance analysis against budgets and prior periods

Identify cost drivers and recommend corrective actions

Cash Flow & Fund Management

Manage daily and monthly cash flow forecasting

Monitor working capital, including inventory, receivables, and payables

Ensure timely vendor payments and optimal fund utilization

Budgeting & Forecasting

Lead preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts

Track budget vs. actual performance and explain manufacturing cost deviations

Financial Analysis & MIS

Prepare MIS reports covering production cost, yield, scrap, and efficiency

Analyze plant performance and identify cost optimization opportunities

Provide financial insights.

Internal Controls & Compliance

Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies

Support internal, statutory, and cost audits

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

Supervise accounting staff and review manufacturing-related accounting entries

Improve ERP processes related to inventory, costing, and production

Support automation and system-driven controls

Qualifications & Experience

Graduate in Commerce or Finance (B.Com, BBA Finance, M.Com preferred)

Professional qualifications (CA / CMA / MBA Finance) Optional

58 years of relevant experience in manufacturing accounting / cost accounting

Strong hands-on experience in:

Costing, inventory & WIP accounting

P&L preparation and analysis

Cash flow management and budgeting

ERP/accounting software experience required

Strong Excel and financial reporting skills.