Accountant / Senior Accountant – Group Reporting & Consolidation

Al Ghurair is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant or Senior Accountant to join the Group Statutory Reporting team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the preparation of consolidated financial information in compliance with IFRS standards. You will collaborate closely with finance teams across various business units as well as external auditors. This position reports directly to the EVP of Statutory Reporting & Tax and offers an excellent opportunity to engage with senior finance leadership and contribute to group-level financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities
Prepare and review the Group IFRS consolidation process, including consolidation schedules, elimination entries, intercompany balances, and necessary adjustments. Support statutory reporting requirements and assist in preparing financial statement disclosures. Review financial data submitted by business units to identify and address any accounting or reporting inconsistencies. Apply IFRS accounting standards accurately to group transactions. Provide comprehensive year-end audit support by preparing quality schedules and responding promptly to external auditor inquiries. Collaborate with business unit finance teams to resolve issues related to consolidation, reporting, and audits. Drive the standardization and automation of consolidation and reporting processes, including the development of Excel templates, reconciliations, and reporting schedules.

Required Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is essential. Candidates should be ACCA or CA finalists (ICAP preferred). A minimum of 4 to 6 years of relevant experience is required, with at least 2 to 3 years specifically in IFRS consolidation. A strong audit background is important, with experience at a Big 4 accounting firm highly preferred. Candidates must have a solid working knowledge of IFRS and consolidated financial statements. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is necessary to manage and automate reporting tasks effectively.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
Experience with Oracle FCCS is considered a significant advantage. The role offers exposure to group-level financial reporting across multiple business units and the opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership and external auditors. This position provides a collaborative environment where analytical and problem-solving skills are highly valued, along with clear communication abilities.

If you are looking to advance your career in statutory reporting within a dynamic group environment, this role offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to the financial integrity and transparency of a leading organization.