Job Description
Hello Chef is a Dubai-based meal-kit company dedicated to making people's lives easier and more fulfilling. Recently certified as a B Corp, we are experiencing consistent growth and innovation
We are in search of an ambitious and energetic Senior Accountant to contribute to the growth of our finance team. Reporting to the Finance Business Partner, our ideal candidate should have 5+ years of post-graduate accounting experience, possess attention to detail, and be driven to ensure the success of the projects they lead
As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in various exciting projects, focusing on reporting financial performance and metrics, facilitating strategic decision-making through providing the right data, and implementing business performance measurement processes. Your responsibilities will include enhancing the visibility and transparency of the accounting process, and further automating and integrating them across different tools and systems used in the organization
Mission:. The mission of the Senior Accountant is to ensure that our commercial, operational, and finance teams have access to the right data at the right time to facilitate and contribute to data-driven decision-making
Accountabilities, Goals, and Outcomes:. Ensure suppliers, employees, and regulatory authorities are paid on time, every time
Lead the on-time and accurate running of the month-end financial closing process
Prepare the monthly financial performance reviews
What You'll Do:. Contribute to optimizing the cash conversion cycle by managing the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
Execute all general ledger transactions reporting and reconciliations
Review all major inventory processes and variances
Report on local statutory requirements such as VAT and corporate tax
Develop, execute, and maintain the evolution of departmental KPI dashboards
Generate monthly financial performance reports and commentary packs. Analyze and report on cost driver performance and variances
Ensure ERP integrations and features are working accordingly and identify and implement regular process improvements
Collaborate with external auditors in carrying out statutory audits
Assist in the preparation of financial budgets and forecasts
What We're Looking For:. A Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and/or professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, CIMA, ACCA)
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in a mid-senior role
A strong grasp of accounting principles, financial reporting, and the month-end closing process
Proven skills in analyzing financial data to support decision-making
Competent in overseeing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to ensure proper functionality and identify opportunities for enhancements or adjustments
Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reporting. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal to collaborate both internally and externally. Proven experience in successfully implementing process improvements in accounting processes
What We Offer:. This is a work from home (remote working) role. Competitive salary. 22 working days off a year. Medical insurance coverage. Constant learning, outstanding team atmosphere, and dynamic international environment
***We believe a diverse workforce is a key ingredient in our recipe for success. At Hello Chef, we hire people from all walks of life regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, and religion. If you share our values and are looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.***.
