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Assistant Manager – Accounting and Finance Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE at KPMG UAE
Position: Assistant Manager – Accounting and Finance )
JOB DESCRIPTION
Major duties :
Lead and manage projects or work-streams of small to medium size and complexity, including analyzing and interpreting data, drafting report findings, and attending client meetings.
Contribute to the planning and delivery of engagements, including developing work plans, timelines, project management, and resource allocation.
Liaise effectively with clients during engagements and act as an ‘ambassador’ for KPMG.
Own deliverables of an engagement/project with minimal input from project leadership.
Complete report writing, presentations, and proposal preparation with minimal guidance.
Develop expertise and knowledge across a variety of clients and markets.
Produce and deliver high-quality engagement outcomes and deliverables for clients, while building and maintaining strong client relationships to develop a professional network.
Identify risks and opportunities for improvement, making strategic and tactical recommendations to help clients achieve their short-term and long-term goals.
Create a positive learning culture by coaching and mentoring junior team members, supervising, and supporting their development.
Contribute to practice and risk management activities, including thought leadership and business development.
Education requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
Professional accounting and/or finance qualifications such as CPA, CA, ACCA, or CFA.
Work experience requirements :
A minimum of 5 years of financial accounting experience in a relevant organization, preferably in big four accounting firms’ audit and/or accounting advisory teams.
Experience in the MENA market is highly recommended.
Demonstrated expertise in industry practices within Energy, Healthcare, Financial Services, or the Public Sector.
Strong awareness of non-technical accounting matters such as corporate finance, ESG, deals, tax, and legal issues.
Technical skills requirements :
Extensive technical accounting experience in IFRS and IPSAS.
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and awareness of broader business issues.
Deep understanding of finance business processes and controls.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with Oracle, SAP, Power BI, Visio, Blueworks, Aries is preferred.
Interpersonal skills :
Ability to articulate ideas clearly, both written and verbal.
Effective collaboration within project teams.
Strong leadership and team-building skills.
Sound decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
Good presentation skills, capable of conveying complex concepts succinctly.
Ability to leverage diverse inputs for a broad perspective on business and personnel issues.
Title: Assistant Manager – Accounting and Finance
Company: KPMG UAE
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Category: Finance & Banking
