Senior Accountant

**Senior Accountant – Group Operations \& Regional Compliance** **Company:** NextMatch AI **Location:** Dubai/Abu Dhabi, UAE (Hybrid – Office in DIFC or ADGM) **Employment Type:** Full\-time **Salary:** AED 27,000 – AED 32,000 per month (Tax\-Free) \+ Performance Bonuses \+ UAE Golden Visa Support **About NextMatch AI** NextMatch AI (www.nextmatch.ai) is building the future of hiring. Our AI platform connects verified candidates directly to employers’ systems, reducing manual screening and improving hiring accuracy. With the UAE serving as our primary regional hub, we are seeking an elite **Senior Accountant** to lead our financial operations. This role is essential to keeping our Middle East operations financially healthy and to staying at the forefront of regional compliance and transparency. **Role Overview** This is a high\-visibility role for a finance professional with 4–7 years of experience who understands the complexity of the UAE’s evolving financial landscape. You will oversee all local accounting functions while playing a strategic role in our global financial consolidation across five international hubs. **Key Focus Areas:** * **VAT \& FTA Compliance:** Managing monthly/quarterly VAT filings and ensuring full compliance with Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulations. * **Corporate Tax Readiness:** Leading the implementation and monitoring of the UAE Corporate Tax framework within the company. * **Financial Reporting:** Preparing executive\-level P\&L, balance sheets, and cash flow analysis for the UAE entity. * **Audit Leadership:** Coordinating with Tier\-1 external auditors to ensure our financial statements meet IFRS standards. **What You’ll Do** * **Financial Integrity:** Manage the full\-cycle accounting process, including the general ledger, asset management, and monthly reconciliations. * **Strategic Cash Management:** Monitor liquidity and manage multi\-currency transactions across our regional bank accounts. * **Payroll \& Benefits:** Oversee WPS (Wage Protection System) compliance and end\-of\-service gratuity calculations for the local team. * **Intercompany Accounting:** Manage cross\-border transactions and transfer pricing documentation between our UAE, KSA, and UK offices. * **Tech Integration:** Optimize our use of cloud\-based ERP systems (Xero/Oracle/NetSuite) to automate reporting. **What We’re Looking For** * **Experience:** 4–7 years in accounting, with at least 2 years in a UAE\-based Tech, SaaS, or professional services firm. * **Credentials:** Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting. **CPA, ACCA, or CA** qualification is mandatory. * **Tax Expertise:** Proven experience in UAE VAT and a strong understanding of the new UAE Corporate Tax laws. * **Tech Stack:** Expert proficiency in cloud accounting software and advanced financial modeling in Excel. * **Communication:** Exceptional English proficiency. Professional Arabic is a distinct advantage for bank and government relations. **What You’ll Gain** * **Tax\-Free Salary:** AED 27,000–AED 32,000 monthly, 20% above the UAE market average for Senior Accountants. * **Residency Support:** Assistance with **UAE Golden Visa** applications for qualifying finance professionals. * **Global Exposure:** A unique opportunity to manage finances for a global AI firm with a footprint in major world markets. * **Career Path:** Direct trajectory toward Regional Finance Director or Global Controller.