Accounting Manager

**Company Description** 800CarGuru is the UAE's largest provider of vehicle services, both on\-site and mobile. Based in Dubai, the company offers a comprehensive range of vehicle service solutions to customers. Their Roadside Assistance services extend across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ajman, providing extensive regional coverage. 800CarGuru is committed to delivering convenient, efficient, and reliable vehicle care. **Role Description** This full\-time on\-site role is based in Dubai and involves managing the accounting operations of the company. The Accounting Manager will oversee financial reporting, preparation of financial statements, journal entries, and fixed asset management. The role requires ensuring compliance with all financial regulations, performing financial analyses, and contributing to strategic financial decisions. The Accounting Manager will lead accounting processes, collaborate with cross\-functional teams, and support the organization’s financial health and efficiency.   **Key Responsibilities:** **1\) Financial Control \& Reporting** Review key reconciliations (Bank, AR, AP). Prepare monthly P\&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow; ensure timely month\-end closing. Conduct variance and margin analysis; monitor cost per job and profitability. **2\) Revenue \& Receivables Oversight** Ensure 100% service\-to\-invoice conversion. Monitor aging reports; manage escalations and approve credit notes as required. Oversee billing reconciliation. **3\) Payables \& Expense Control** Approve supplier payments and review supplier reconciliations. Monitor operational expenses; prevent duplicate/unauthorized payments. Ensure payroll accuracy. **4\)** **Cash Flow \& Working Capital** Monitor daily cash position and review cash flow forecasts. Optimize the working capital cycle. **5\) VAT \& Compliance (UAE)** Review VAT output \& input reconciliations and approve VAT returns before submission. Ensure FTA compliance and support audits \& regulatory requirements. **6\) Internal Controls \& Risk Management** Design \& improve internal controls and maintain segregation of duties. Conduct fraud risk reviews and maintain audit readiness. **7\) Budgeting, Planning \& Business Support** Prepare the annual budget, track budget vs actual performance. Deliver forecasting and support expansion analysis. Inventory management **8\) Team Management \& KPIs** Supervise Accounts officers (Invoice, AR, AP). Drive performance against key KPIs including month\-end close timelines, healthy DSO, and cash flow discipline.   **Qualifications \& Experience** Master’s degree in accounting or finance or Equivalent ACCA/CA/CPA preferred. 5\+ years of finance experience. Strong knowledge of UAE VAT. Advanced Excel and strong financial analysis skills **Skills** * Proficiency in Financial Statements preparation and management * Strong Analytical Skills for data interpretation and financial decision\-making * Expertise in Journal Entries (Accounting) and Fixed Assets management * Comprehensive knowledge of finance principles and best practices * Organizational and leadership skills to manage accounting teams effectively * Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records * Competence in accounting software and financial systems