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Senior Accountant - Oil Trading

Tura Executive, Energy/Oil Trading, United Arab Emirates

Our client, a prominent player in the energy/oil trading industry, is committed to achieving financial excellence and strategic growth. At our organization, we value precision, compliance, and efficiency in all financial operations. We are currently seeking a talented Senior Accountant to oversee our financial functions with expertise and leadership.

As the Senior Accountant, you will be tasked with managing financial operations, treasury activities, compliance matters, auditing processes, and optimizing accounting systems. This pivotal role demands exceptional analytical skills, strong leadership qualities, and the ability to drive financial strategies while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Your responsibilities will include preparing and analyzing financial statements for group entities, overseeing accounts payable/receivable processes, reconciling account balances/bank statements, developing budgets/forecasts/projections, managing company cash flow for liquidity optimization, handling treasury reports such as daily cash positions/monthly projections, monitoring foreign currency exposure/bank service fees/quality issues accurately recording bank transactions in the system (BC), ensuring GAAP adherence/internal control documentation for audits/tax/VAT return preparation/compliance across jurisdictions/tax planning strategies/transfer pricing policies review/improvements to accounting systems (BC) and linked systems (Aspect)/mentoring junior staff.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with professional certification (CPA/ACCA/CMA) being preferred. You should have 5-8+ years of experience in accounting roles within the energy/oil or commodities sector along with ERP system proficiency (BC/Aspect) and advanced Excel/database skills for reporting/analysis. Strong knowledge of tax regulations/compliance standards in UAE/international jurisdictions is essential.

Join us if you are a motivated Senior Accountant who thrives on delivering financial excellence. In return for your dedication and expertise, we offer a competitive salary/benefits package within a dynamic work environment at the heart of Dubai's thriving commodities hub. Take this opportunity to grow professionally alongside a collaborative team dedicated to success. Apply now if you believe you are the ideal candidate for this role!

Key Job Requirements:
  • 5-8+ years of experience in an accounting role
  • Experience in the energy/oil or commodities sector
  • Experience working with ERP systems
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA) preferred
  • Strong knowledge of tax regulations and compliance standards
Key Job Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and analyze financial statements
  • Manage company cash flow
  • Ensure adherence to GAAP
  • Prepare and file tax and VAT returns/claims
Skills:
  • Accounting principles knowledge
  • Tax laws understanding
  • Financial reporting analysis
  • Leadership abilities
  • Problem-solving skills

Seniority Level: Senior Level

  • Middle Management
  • Executive Level

Job Functions: Finance

  • Accounting
  • Taxation

Industries : Energy/Oil Trading

  • Commodities
  • Finance

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