For the position of Experienced Accountant to be based in our Lahore office, to manage the work done for the UAE office.

The Role

• Oversee and manage a team of bookkeepers
• Oversee the delivery of quality information to senior managers and to the other departments within the practice
• Build relationships throughout the practice to ensure cohesive working between the bookkeeping team and departments such as accounts, payroll, and tax.
• Alongside the senior managers, identify and deliver process improvements and drive positive change, focusing on efficiencies and output.
• Review of VAT returns, bookkeeping files, and supporting schedules.
• Ability to resolve internal and external queries arising from bookkeeping review.
• Review of detailed management accounts.
• Deliver training, guidance, and development of the team
• Review timetables for timely bookkeeping/management accounts delivery
• Produce draft tax computations and a provision for inclusion in the accounts
• Fulfill any relevant additional/ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business.

Excellent UAE VAT knowledge to include:

• Cash Accounting
• Invoice Accounting
• Partial Exemption
• Flat Rate Scheme

Person Specification

• Proven management and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to successfully manage multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills; client service oriented.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Conscientious, self-motivated, resilient, and goal-oriented.
• Excellent attention to detail, quality, and control.
• Strong analytical ability and decision-making skills.
• Effective in upward management.
• Ability to develop new skills and understand new technology as required.
• Excellent management accounting skills.
• Excellent understanding of the double-entry system

MOST Important: The candidate should know how to use QuickBooks.