Company: Al Futtaim Private Company LLC
Overview of the Role:The Senior Manager – Accounting is responsible for overseeing and managing the overall accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting of financial information. The role is responsible for maintaining strong financial controls, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies, leading the month-end and year-end closing processes, and driving continuous improvement across accounting operations.
What You Will Do:Accounting Operations & Financial Control Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards. Review and approve journal entries, general ledger balances, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation. Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records and accounting data. Maintain strong internal controls and ensure proper segregation of duties across accounting activities. Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies, control gaps, and financial risks in a timely manner.
Financial Closing & Reporting Lead and oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing activities. Ensure all closing activities are completed accurately and within established timelines. Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items and exceptions. Support the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and other financial reporting requirements. Provide accurate financial analysis and insights to support management decision-making.
Compliance, Audit & Risk Management Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, company policies, regulatory requirements, and internal control frameworks. Support internal and external audits and ensure the timely provision of required documentation and information. Monitor audit findings and ensure agreed corrective actions are implemented within the required timelines. Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks related to accounting processes. Maintain and continuously strengthen the accounting control environment.
Process Optimization & Automation Drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives across accounting processes. Review and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy. Partner with Finance and IT teams to support ERP enhancements, financial system implementations, and process automation initiatives. Develop and maintain accounting checklists, process documentation, and reporting standards.
Stakeholder Management Collaborate closely with Finance, Treasury, Tax, Controlling, Procurement, and other relevant business functions. Act as a key point of contact for internal and external auditors on accounting-related matters. Provide accounting guidance and support to internal stakeholders and business units. Ensure effective communication and alignment across teams to support accurate and timely financial reporting.
Team Management & Development Lead, manage, coach, and mentor the accounting team to ensure high performance and continuous development. Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and provide regular feedback and development support. Identify high-potential talent and support succession planning and professional growth. Ensure effective allocation of workload and resources to meet operational and reporting deadlines. Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance work environment.
Required Skills to Be Successful:Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls. Strong understanding of month-end and year-end closing processes. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial reporting skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong understanding of audit, compliance, and risk management principles. Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Power Point. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within strict deadlines.
What Qualifies You for the Role:Experience:8–12 years of relevant experience in Accounting, Finance Operations, or Shared Services. Proven experience in managing accounting operations, financial closing, reporting, controls, and audit activities. Previous experience in a managerial or team leadership role within a large and fast-paced organization is preferred.
Skills & Competencies:Strong leadership and people management capabilities. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. Strong business acumen and professional judgment. Proactive and solution-oriented mindset. Ability to work collaboratively across functions and influence senior stakeholders. High level of integrity, accountability, and ownership. Strong focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.