Accountant

Job Overview

We are looking for a precise and knowledgeable Accountant to join our Dubai team. The role involves keeping detailed financial records, handling accounts payable and receivable, preparing reports, and assisting with compliance and management reporting. Fluency in Russian and English and expertise in Russian GAAP, IFRS, and 1C accounting software are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger, prepare journal entries, and perform reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes including invoice handling and reconciliation.
• Reconcile intra-group transactions and resolve any discrepancies.
• Prepare precise financial statements such as balance sheets, income, and cash flow statements.
• Support preparation of tax returns and ensure adherence to tax regulations.
• Assist in budgeting, financial forecasting, and analysis.
• Provide financial information to guide management decisions.
• Assist internal and external audits by supplying documentation and explanations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, financial rules, and internal policies.
• Keep updated with changes in accounting and tax regulations.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Strong command of Russian GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Proficiency in 1C accounting software.
• Fluent in both Russian and English languages.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA or equivalents.
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP or XLOOKUP, and financial functions.
• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Prior exposure to multinational or international business environments.

Working Conditions

• Standard business hours with occasional overtime during peak periods, audits, or financial closures.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Annual leave of 28 days organized as two 14-day periods including weekends.

Position Objective

This role is aimed at ensuring timely and accurate accounting processes, maintaining robust financial controls, supporting compliance and reporting needs, and delivering dependable financial data to aid management’s business decisions.

Additional Information

The position requires working onsite in Dubai and demands fluency in Russian and English. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years' accounting experience and demonstrate strong skills with Russian GAAP, IFRS, and 1C software. The job offers standard working hours with possible overtime during critical periods and provides a structured leave entitlement.