Chief accountant
Core
Lead the finance and accounting function for a local manufacturing entity, managing team performance, statutory reporting, and regulatory compliance within a Free Zone.
Role type
Senior Finance Manager / Chief Accountant
Builds
Financial reports, audit-ready records, and compliant accounting systems for a security hardware manufacturer.
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Security / Free Zone Accounting
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Team leadership, IFRS/GAAP reporting, Big 4 audit management, SAP implementation, customs accounting, transfer pricing, payroll oversight, tax compliance
Preferred skills
Free zone operations experience, manufacturing industry knowledge
Technologies
SAP
Responsibilities
Manage and mentor a team of 2 finance professionals; oversee Tax, Statutory, and Group Management/IFRS reporting; supervise Big 4 audits; lead ERP (SAP) implementation for the local entity; reconcile customs records with bookkeeping; ensure compliance with Free Zone regulations; review payroll and social security compliance; liaise with tax authorities and customs officials; monitor Transfer Pricing and gross margins.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
