Assistant Manager

Role & Responsibilities

Uniqus is seeking looking for an experienced and driven Assistant Manager with a Financial Services background to join our ARC team. The role involves delivering high-impact advisory services to clients in the banking, insurance, asset management, and fintech sectors, with a focus on complex IFRS matters, regulatory reporting, and transaction accounting.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile FS clients and complex financial reporting engagements in a fast-paced and dynamic market.

Responsibilities:

·       Support and manage ARC projects for FS clients, including:

·       IFRS 9, IFRS 15, IFRS 16, IFRS 17 implementations and advisory

·       Financial instruments accounting (valuation, classification, impairment)

·       Preparation and review of financial statements under IFRS

·       Finance transformation and process optimization

·       Conduct technical accounting research and prepare client deliverables, including technical memos and position papers.

·       Work closely with FS clients to assess their accounting and financial reporting processes and provide tailored solutions.

·       Support Managers and Partners in project planning, execution, and client management.

·       Supervise and coach junior team members, ensuring high-quality deliverables.

·       Collaborate with cross-functional teams

·       Assist in business development efforts, proposals, and client presentations.

Requirements

>> THE INDIVIDUAL

·       Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

·       Professional qualification (CA, ACCA, CPA) is required.

·       4–6 years of experience in accounting advisory or audit, with a minimum of 2–3 years working with FS clients (banks, insurers, investment firms).

·       Strong understanding of IFRS, especially standards relevant to financial instruments and insurance contracts.

·       Experience in the UAE or wider GCC financial services market is a strong advantage.

·       Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

·       Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of data analytics tools is a plus.

·       Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.

>> Qualification

·       Opportunity to work with top-tier FS clients in the region

·       Exposure to complex financial reporting and regulatory matters

·       Dynamic and collaborative work environment

·       Competitive compensation and growth opportunities.

·      Ongoing support for professional development