Senior Accountant – International Tax & Transfer pricing

Our client is an international energy and commodities trading group with over four decades of global market experience. Operating across the entire energy value chain, the company specializes in sourcing, trading, logistics, and distributing crude oil, petroleum products, and energy commodities. With a strong presence in key global trading hubs, it maintains long-standing relationships with producers, refiners, financial institutions, and end users.

What we offer
Your salary is tax free! You will have the opportunity to work with a globally recognized energy trading organization and be part of a dynamic international finance team. Our client offers a direct employment contract, competitive salary package, annual leave, medical insurance, and other benefits as per UAE Labour Law.

Who you are
You are an experienced Senior Accountant in oil & gas/commodities trading with expertise in financial reporting, taxation, and compliance, including Transfer Pricing, CbC Reporting, and OECD Pillar Two.

Skills & competencies:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• High accuracy, attention to detail, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proactive, adaptable, commercially aware, and able to work independently or collaborate.
• Flexible personality committed to going beyond strict job descriptions.

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field; ACCA/CPA/CA/CMA preferred.
• 5+ years in UAE Oil & Gas or Energy Trading.
• Expertise in UAE Corporate Tax, IFRS, cross-border finance, and group structures.
• Hands-on experience with OECD Pillar Two, CbC Reporting, Transfer Pricing policies, and intercompany transactions.
• Proven track record managing audits, tax filings, and statutory compliance.
• Advanced MS Excel skills; XERO experience is an advantage.

Description
In this role you will be responsible for managing accounting operations, financial reporting, tax compliance, and regulatory obligations across the group’s trading and energy business activities. You will play the key part in ensuring compliance with international tax regulations, including OECD Pillar Two, Transfer Pricing requirements, and Country-by-Country Reporting obligations. You will support finance leadership in delivering accurate financial information, maintaining robust controls, and ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

Roles & responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Ensure accurate recording of trading transactions, accruals, provisions, and reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee all accounting activities.
• Review and reconcile intercompany balances and transactions.
• Support management reporting and financial analysis activities.

Taxation & Compliance
• Lead and coordinate OECD Pillar Two compliance and reporting activities.
• Manage Country-by-Country (CbC) Reporting requirements for the group.
• Prepare and maintain Transfer Pricing documentation and compliance files.
• Coordinate with tax advisors and external consultants on international tax matters.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax regulations and other applicable tax jurisdictions.
• Support tax audits, regulatory reviews, and financial audits.

Financial Controls & Process Improvement
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, processes, and reporting efficiency.
• Monitor compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.
• Support ERP and accounting system enhancements where required.

Stakeholder Management
• Liaise with auditors, banks, regulatory authorities, and external advisors.
• Support senior management with financial insights and strategic reporting.
• Collaborate with commercial, operations, and trading teams to ensure financial integrity of transactions.