Accountant Full Time NEW

Are you searching for a rewarding Accountant Job in Abu Dhabi with one of the UAE’s leading maritime, logistics, and trade organizations? AD Ports Group is seeking detail-oriented finance professionals to support accounting operations, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance activities. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in Accountant jobs in Abu Dhabi, financial accountant careers, corporate finance roles, logistics accounting jobs, tax accounting positions, and accounting opportunities in the UAE. The role offers valuable exposure to budgeting, financial analysis, VAT compliance, accounts payable and receivable management, and ERP accounting systems, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking long-term career growth.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities:

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities across UAE and international entities, including subsidiaries, to ensure timely and accurate financial close.
• Manage general ledger activities, including recording, processing, reviewing, and posting journal entries, accruals, provisions, reclassifications, and other adjustments with proper supporting documents and approvals.
• Prepare and review reconciliations, trial balance schedules, supporting schedules, and notes to the financial statements in line with the Trial Balance for audit requirements and management review.
• Maintain the General Ledger and Chart of Accounts to ensure financial records are accurate, complete, up to date, and compliant with IFRS, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with finance teams (AP, AR, Tax, FP&A, Payroll, FA) to support data alignment, sub-ledger closing activities, and timely resolution of accounting issues, while also assisting with Oracle-related system updates and validations.
• Support financial reporting, internal and external audits (including ICOFR), and tax compliance by preparing schedules, providing required documentation, and responding to stakeholder and auditor queries.

Qualifications

Educational and Technical Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or any relevant. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Chartered accountancy or suitable accounting qualification is essential (CPA or ACCA)

Language Skills:

• Excellent English. Arabic is an added advantage

Years of Experience:

• A minimum of 3-4 years of experience in a similar role

Nature of Experience:

• Experience with:
• General ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Oracle/ERP exposure and Chart of Accounts handling.
• IFRS, financial reporting, and audit support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other financial software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Joining AD Ports Group as an Accountant in Abu Dhabi offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in financial accounting, corporate finance, and logistics sector financial operations. The role provides hands-on experience in financial reporting, VAT compliance, treasury management, ERP accounting software, SAP finance systems, budget forecasting, and internal financial controls. Whether your goal is to advance into positions such as Senior Accountant, Finance Executive, Accounting Manager, Financial Controller, Finance Manager, or Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this opportunity can significantly strengthen your professional profile and career prospects. Candidates seeking rewarding Accountant jobs in Abu Dhabi with strong long-term growth potential are encouraged to explore this opportunity with AD Ports Group.