Chief Accountant UAE

2 weeks ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Breitling Full time

Breitling stands apart from other watch brands with its focus on casual, sustainable and inclusive luxury. We are looking for a
Chief Accountant for UAE to join our
#Squad.

You oversee all the daily finance operations.

You are responsible for preparing accounting reports, tax reporting, assisting Finance and Administration Director with performance reports, KPI analysis and financial annual budgets/ Latest estimates preparations, internal control, and tax studies.

You handle maintenance of constant contact with third parties (banks, landlords, suppliers, auditors, boutique staff, tax authorities etc.) and constant contact with HQ colleagues.


Your responsabilities:

  • Maintain and continuously update financial records: Regularly update financial records, ensuring the accuracy of entries for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the general ledger
  • Ensure meticulous recording of financial transactions: Maintain strict compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies to accurately record all financial transactions
  • Reconcile financial data: Verify and rectify discrepancies by reconciling bank statements, accounts, and other financial data to maintain precision and accuracy
  • Monitor and post monthly sales figures: Match monthly sales figures with actual collections and record them in the SAP system
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies: Proactively investigate and resolve discrepancies and deviations to maintain financial accuracy
  • Handle VAT returns: Prepare database to file VAT returns while ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations
  • Corporate tax implementation and handle CT return with all supporting documents are in place
  • Support with financial annual budgets/ Latest estimates preparations
  • Assist during audits: Collaborate with external auditors by supplying the necessary documentation and explanations to facilitate audit processes
  • Maintain internal controls: Implement and uphold internal controls to ensure readiness for audits and maintain financial integrity
  • Manage payroll and employee benefits: Oversee the payroll process, including deductions and payments, and administer employee benefit programs, such as health insurance
  • Collaborate with IT for system maintenance: Work closely with the IT team to resolve system errors related to SALES/GL/New CS postings and maintain system functionality
  • Update balance sheet schedules: Regularly update and maintain monthly balance sheet schedules to ensure accuracy
  • Conduct inventory management: Oversee inventory audits, manage inventory adjustments, and reconcile stock to ensure accurate inventory records
  • Reconcile intercompany accounts: Maintain accuracy by reconciling intercompany accounts on a regular basis
  • Manage financial closings: Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closings to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Statutory accounting reporting preparation per UAE legislation
  • Other tasks from Finance and Administration Director

Your profile:

  • You have at least 7 years of experience in similar roles, ideally in retail industry
  • You graduated a Bachelor degree. Additionnal accounting certificates would be a plus (ACCA, CPA,...)
  • You have strong knowledge in accounting practices and procedures
  • You have strong knowledge in SAP, Tagetik ERP
  • You have excellent communication and organization skills
  • You speak fluently English

At Breitling, we are:

  • Entrepreneuriallyminded
  • Doers and resultsdriven
  • Innovative thinkers
  • Explorers and experimenters
  • Ethical and inclusive
  • Inspired by heritage and craftsmanship

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