Accountant Full Time

Are you searching for a professional Accountant job in Dubai within a leading corporate group? Al-Futtaim Careers UAE offers outstanding opportunities for finance professionals experienced in financial reporting, IFRS compliance, VAT regulations, corporate tax planning, SAP and Oracle ERP systems, accounts payable and receivable management, payroll accounting, audit coordination, and retail finance operations. This role is essential in supporting diversified business operations across automotive, retail, and real estate divisions in Dubai.

What You Will Do Reinsurance & Financial Accounting

• Handle all payments, bank transfers, matching, receipting, and reconciliations related to Reinsurance (R/I) accounts.
• Maintain accurate accounting records for reinsurance premiums, recoveries, commissions, and balances.
• Perform regular bank, ledger, and account reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances promptly.
• Support R/I Accountants in treaty and facultative accounting activities, as required.
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of accounting entries in accordance with insurance accounting practices.

Operational Support & Controls

• Assist in month‑end and year‑end closing activities related to reinsurance accounts.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory guidelines applicable to insurance companies.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders (banks, reinsurers, brokers) to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Carry out any other finance or accounting tasks assigned from time to time.

Required Skills To Be Successful

• B.Com or equivalent qualification (mandatory).
• 7–10 years of experience in accounting within the insurance industry, with strong exposure to reinsurance accounting.
• Solid understanding of insurance accounting principles, particularly R/I transactions.

What Equips You For The Role

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (reconciliations, data analysis, reporting).
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage high volumes of transactions with accuracy and timeliness.
• Good communication and coordination skills to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and handle ad‑hoc responsibilities as assigned.
• Hands‑on experience in reinsurance accounting operations within an insurance environment.
• Strong reconciliation and financial control mindset.
• Ability to operate in a structured, compliance‑driven organization.

Dubai’s corporate, retail, and automotive sectors continue to grow, increasing demand for skilled accounting professionals. Working with Al-Futtaim provides exposure to multinational financial systems, structured compliance frameworks, and enterprise accounting platforms.