Role overview

Tamara is a leading fintech platform serving the Saudi Arabia and GCC region, with over 25 million customers and 130,000 partner merchants relying on its financial solutions across retail, travel, education, and healthcare. As an Accountant, you will manage core financial operations with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and efficiency while collaborating with internal teams across the organization.

Key responsibilities

Conduct month-end and year-end closing activities with precision, including recording journal entries and accruals in a timely manner.
Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and reconcile sub-ledgers with the general ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Identify and investigate unusual or significant fluctuations in account balances and take appropriate corrective actions.
Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure proper classification of all financial transactions.
Document accounting policies and procedures, implement robust financial control processes, and monitor transactions for compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
Identify opportunities for process automation and collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and address inefficiencies.
Stay current with industry trends and best practices in financial accounting and control while managing your professional development.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, financial control, or related fields.
Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA or CA or equivalent certificate.
Demonstrated experience in fintech, technology, or financial services sectors.
Strong proficiency in month-end and year-end closing procedures and deep knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards (IFRS).
Expertise in reconciliation processes, chart of accounts maintenance, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills with a focus on automation.
Experience developing and implementing financial control processes and procedures, with knowledge of Oracle NetSuite software highly valued.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining high quality and accuracy. Experience with Islamic Finance and shariah-compliant products is desirable.

What makes this role worth considering

You will work within a collaborative finance team at a rapidly growing fintech organization backed by prominent investment entities including Sanabil Investments and SNB Capital. This role offers exposure to both financial operations and technology systems within a dynamic, customer-focused organization operating across a major regional market.

How to apply

Use the Apply button to view the official job posting and submit your application on Tamara Dubai Jobs: Essential Guide to Careers (2026)'s careers site.

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