Head of Accounting

US Accounting Ownership. Long-Term Global Partnerships. MAVI partners with high-growth US businesses, embedding experienced accounting professionals directly into their finance operations. In Dubai, we build long-term partnerships with senior accounting leaders who want direct US client ownership, not just offshore execution. This is not a back-office accounting role. You will be embedded directly within US finance teams, operating as a trusted partner to US leadership. We are hiring a Head of Accounting to own the accounting function end to end for US-based IT SaaS clients. You will be the most senior accounting person in the business, accountable for the integrity of the financial statements, the discipline of the close, the strength of the control environment, and the company's readiness for audit. What You Will Own: Own the full month-end, quarter-end, and annual close under US GAAP, with accountability for the calendar, output quality, and cycle time. Own financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow). Own revenue recognition under ASC 606, deferred revenue, ARR reporting. Own general ledger integrity and balance sheet. Establish and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and approval workflows. Lead annual audits or reviews end to end. Coordinate US tax compliance. Own multi-entity accounting and consolidation. Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff. Lead ERP selection, implementation, and migration, alongside AP, expense, and close-management automation. Partner directly with US Controllers, CFOs, and founders. Requirements: 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with deep US GAAP command. Genuine depth in revenue recognition (ASC 606). Background in SaaS or IT services preferred. Substantial ERP experience (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, or equivalent) and modern finance tooling (Ramp, Brex, Bill.com, FloQast). CPA, CA, ACCA, CMA preferred. Big 4 background preferred.