Senior Finance Associate Career in UAE

Are you a finance professional with strong technical skills and eye for detail? We are seeking a Senior Finance Associate in Dubai, UAE to support financial operations, oversee reporting, close accounts, manage reconciliations, and contribute to budgeting and forecasting. This role offers solid responsibilities and growth in a dynamic finance team.

About the Company

Charterhouse was founded in Australia in 2003 and launched its Dubai office in 2004, covering the GCC and Levant Countries. On the back of the success of the Dubai office, Charterhouse then launched its Doha office in 2014.   Now operating from eight global locations, Charterhouse employs 180 staff in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai, Doha & Milton Keynes

Job Overview

• Location: Dubai, UAE

• Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

• Department: Finance / Accounting / Reporting

• Reports To: Finance Manager / Controller

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; certifications like ACCA / CPA are a plus

• Experience: Around 3-6 years of relevant finance/accounting experience, including month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting

• Gender: Open

Role – Senior Finance Associate

You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end finance close process, preparing monthly financial statements, executing reconciliations, interacting with auditors, supporting forecasting & budgets, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal control requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end closing procedures; ensure timely and accurate financial statements.

• Perform account reconciliations: intercompany, bank accounts, accruals, prepayments etc.

• Prepare supporting schedules and analyses for financial reporting.

• Assist in budgeting, forecasting & variance analysis.

• Support internal & external audit processes.

• Review journal entries, ensure correct accounting treatments & compliance with standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, procurement, etc.) to gather financial data and resolve discrepancies.

• Maintain financial controls, identify process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce errors.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; ACCA/CPA or equivalent preferred.

• 3-6 years of progressive finance / accounting experience.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial statement preparation, and reconciliations.

• Excellent skills in Excel; familiarity with financial reporting tools or ERP systems.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail.

• Good communication skills for liaising across departments and with auditors.

Average Salary

• The typical monthly salary range for a Senior Finance Associate in Dubai is around AED 10,800 to AED 13,200/month for mid-level roles.

• Glassdoor estimates a median pay of AED 12,000/month for similar roles.

What We Offer

• A role with exposure to key financial operations and meaningful responsibilities.

• Opportunity for professional growth into Senior Finance / Controller roles.

• Competitive salary & benefits aligned with market standards.

Location & Work Conditions

• Based in Dubai; office environment with occasional collaboration required with operations or other departments.

• Standard working hours; may require overtime during month-end or audit periods.

Growth & Career Path

• Potential to move to Senior Finance Specialist, Finance Manager, or roles with oversight of finance teams or more complex reporting.

• Additional exposure to financial planning & analysis, internal controls, and audit functions possible.

How to Apply

Submit your CV via the GulfTalent listing Senior Finance Associate (Ref: #501145). Make sure to include:

• Details of your experience in monthly / quarterly / annual closings

• Examples of reconciliations, audits, or forecasting you handled

• Any relevant accounting certifications or training

• Software / ERP tools you are proficient with

Apply Here –  Senior Finance Associate | Abu Dhabi