Senior Accountant

AW Connect is a leading firm in the gaming industry, dedicated to revolutionizing the landscape of blockchain gaming, in-game economies, and virtual assets. We are committed to driving innovation and excellence in game development, esports, and blockchain gaming projects. Our work culture fosters collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability among teams working towards achieving organizational objectives within the dynamic gaming sector.

We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team in United Arab Emirates. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial operations within the gaming sector. This includes accounting, bookkeeping, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management for gaming-related investments. The Senior Accountant will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards while supervising petty cash accounting and supporting internal and external audits within gaming operations.

In addition to financial operations, the Senior Accountant will prepare comprehensive financial reports for management, shareholders, and regulatory bodies focusing on gaming ventures and projects. Proficiency in accounting for prepayments, capitalizable costs associated with game development, expenses related to in-game purchases, NFTs, and digital asset transactions is essential. Strong understanding of GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory frameworks governing gaming industries is required to excel in this role.

The successful candidate will foster a collaborative work environment across teams involved in game development, esports, and blockchain gaming projects. Building strong relationships with cross-functional teams to align finance with game development objectives is crucial. Staying updated on trends within the gaming industry such as emerging blockchain technologies and new regulatory changes affecting the sector is also expected.

If you have a university degree in Accounting or Finance with at least 5 years of proven experience as an accountant for a holding group with subsidiaries in the gaming industry across multiple jurisdictions, we encourage you to apply. Prior experience or strong knowledge of the gaming industry specifically in areas like game development, esports, blockchain technology integration into games is a must. Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CMA or CPA are preferred along with proficiency in accounting software tools like MS Office Suite and financial modeling tools tailored for analyzing financial data within gaming companies. Join us at AW Connect as we continue to lead innovation within the exciting world of blockchain-based gaming!

• At least 5 years of proven experience as an accountant for a holding group
• Strong knowledge of the gaming industry
• Experience in game development, esports, and blockchain technologies
• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite
• Relevant professional qualifications preferred (e.g., ACCA, CMA, CPA)

• Manage day-to-day financial operations within the gaming sector
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and forecasts
• Foster a collaborative work environment across teams involved in game development
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis for gaming investments

• Financial operations management
• Financial reporting
• Accounting software proficiency
• Financial analysis
• Problem-solving skills

Seniority Level: Senior Level

Job Functions: Finance

• Accounting
• Financial Operations

Industries : Gaming

• Blockchain
• Esports