Jobs in Accounting/Audit

Fund Accountant

Saturday, August 23rd, 2008

Company: Our client is an international provider of fund administration services
Closing Date: Open
Send Application To: jobs@dubai-online.com

Job Description:

As a Fund Accountant you will take part in the valuation process for the portfolio of funds assigned to you, whether they be mutual funds, hedge funds or other investment vehicles. You will report to your team leader/account manager who will assign you tasks as required. You must enjoy the challenge of working in the dynamic environment of a rapidly expanding office.

Requirements:

• A recognized accounting designation i.e. ACA, ACCA, CA OR equivalent OR equivalent experience.
• Prior experience of valuing funds/NAV’s.
• Prior experience in fund administration is a must.
• A knowledge of Arabic would be an advantage for this role.
• Must have a flexible attitude to working hours and overtime to ensure deadlines are met.
• IT proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Bloomberg and a major investment valuation software package.

Financial Controller

Thursday, August 21st, 2008

Company: Various
Closing Date: Open
Send Application To: jobs@dubai-online.com
Job Description: Financial Controller

Locations: Dubai, UAE

Our clients are seeking qualified Chartered Accountants to fill the role of Financial Controller. The successful applicant will be responsible for corporate accounting including presentation of results to upper management, ensuring regulatory requirements are met, overseeing the efficient completion of the year-end audit process and any other project work as required.

Requirements:

• Superb communication skills
• Detail oriented, fast-learner with good problem solving skills
• Ability to manage and prioritise time
• Must be a qualified accountant (ACA, CA or equivalent)
• Finance related degree is an advantage
• Confident with multiple IT applications including MS Office applications

Financial Accountant

Wednesday, August 20th, 2008

Company: Various opportunities throughout the UAE
Closing Date: Open
Send Application To: jobs@dubai-online.com

Job Description:

The Financial Accountant will form an integral part of the finance team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:-

• Periodic preparation and presentation (both written and verbal) of financial results
• Significant role in co-ordinating ad-hoc project as requested by management and customers
• Preparation and timely submission of statutory finance reports
• Monitor financial reporting processes and devise improvements in quality and efficiency of reporting
• Assist with management of accounts assistants and review of their work

Requirements:

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Confident personality able to communicate with upper management, external auditors and other service providers
• Deadline oriented individual
• An internationally recognised accounting qualification (ACA, CA or equivalent)
• Finance related degree is a plus
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products with advanced Excel skills
• Flexible with good attitude to overtime where required

Audit Manager

Saturday, August 9th, 2008

Company: International Accounting Firm
Closing date: Open
Send application to: jobs@dubai-online.com

The Dubai office of this international accounting firm is currently experiencing an unprecedented level of growth and urgently requires a senior manager to join their Audit and Assurance Practice. As part of the audit management team, the successful job candidate will gain exposure to a portfolio of globally recognised clients.

The ideal candidate for this job will currently be an audit manager (ACA or ACCA qualification preferred) with 3 to 6 years’ experience in a large audit firm and should be able to demonstrate a wide range of business advisory skills. Experience in the Middle East would be an advantage, but not a requirement.

Requirements:

• Preferably ACA or ACCA qualified
• Currently audit manager in a large firm
• Good knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP
• Exposure to one or more of the following sectors would be advantageous: banking, energy, financial services