Senior Accountant

Role Overview

Senior Accountant at Ali & Sons Holding LLC, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Company Overview

Ali & Sons Holding is an Emirati conglomerate operating across diverse sectors including automotive, construction, real estate, jewelry, and car rental. The group has partnered with global brands such as Porsche, Audi, Volkswagen, Skoda, and MG, and has founded brands including Amwaj Jewellery, Ali & Sons Real Estate, and Eurostar Rent-A-Car. Over the next 3-4 years, the organization expects to grow fourfold, with expansion planned in Automotive, Energy & Industrial, and Retail & Investments through acquisitions, direct investment, and value chain expansion. The company is investing in digital transformation, Lean Six Sigma process improvements, and technology innovation as core elements of its growth strategy.

Role Purpose

Support financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance across the organization through accurate record-keeping, team supervision, and timely preparation of financial statements and management accounts aligned with IFRS standards and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Team Supervision

• Assist in supervising accounting teams and coordinating daily accounting operations.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures.

Financial Records & Asset Management

• Maintain accurate accounting records, transactions, and supporting documentation.
• Manage fixed assets accounting, including tracking and coordination with relevant departments.
• Monitor company bank accounts and financial facilities to ensure proper control.

Reconciliation & Consolidation

• Perform related-party balances reconciliation and ensure proper documentation.
• Support monthly and year-end consolidation processes and financial closing activities.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure financial reports and management accounts are prepared and issued within required timelines.
• Ensure accounting processes comply with IFRS standards and internal financial policies.
• Coordinate with external auditors and support audit requirements.
• Ensure high standards of accuracy, compliance, and reporting aligned with company objectives.

Strategic Support

• Provide recommendations to management to enhance financial controls and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Professional qualification such as CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, and consolidation accounting.
• Knowledge of IFRS standards and financial compliance practices.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Proficiency in SAP and other accounting software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English is essential; Arabic is an added advantage.

Additional Information

• Be part of a well-established and diversified UAE business group with a strong financial governance culture.
• Work in a professional finance environment with exposure to consolidated reporting and IFRS practices.
• Opportunity to contribute to financial strategy, operational efficiency, and business performance.
• Collaborative workplace focused on accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Long-term career growth within a respected and stable organization.