Chief Accountant

Description:

A well-established Food & Beverage company based in Dubai is currently looking to hire an experienced and highly skilled Chief Accountant to join its finance department. This role is ideal for a senior accounting professional with strong leadership capabilities and in-depth knowledge of financial operations within the F&B sector.

The selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting business decisions through detailed financial analysis. Prior experience in the Food & Beverage industry or a closely related sector is essential for this position.

Key responsibilities and requirements include:

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in accounting, including senior-level responsibilities
• Previous experience working in the Food & Beverage industry or a similar environment
• Strong expertise in preparing financial statements and managing budgets
• Proven ability to handle cash flow planning and monitoring
• Solid experience in Profit & Loss (P&L) analysis and reporting
• Capability to lead, manage, and supervise an accounting team
• Hands-on involvement in month-end and year-end closing processes
• Sound knowledge of accounting standards, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to produce clear financial reports
• Fluency in both Arabic and English is required