Position: Accountant / Bookkeeper & Administrative Assistant
Location: Hybrid—based at our JLT office with regular site visits to apartments in Dubai Marina as needed
Company: Prestige Retreats

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (ACCA/CIMA certification a plus)
• 2+ years’ experience in bookkeeping or accounting
• Experience in the hospitality or travel industry is necessary; experience in real estate is a plus
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks is necessary; familiarity with other platforms (e.g., Xero, Zoho Books) is a plus
• Solid understanding of UAE VAT laws, DTCM regulations, and RERA requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite—especially Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups)
• Driver’s license and own vehicle or reliable transportation is a plus

Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting & Bookkeeping

• Maintain daily bookkeeping in AED: record journal entries, track invoices (AP/AR), payments, and receipts
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and payment platforms monthly
• Process vendor invoices and manage vendor payments, ensuring timely settlement and accurate record-keeping
• Prepare and file UAE VAT and DTCM returns; manage all tourism fees and corporate taxes
• Assist with payroll processing, wage transfers, and employee records
• Generate monthly management accounts and financial reports for the leadership team
• Liaise with external auditors and tax consultants during audits

Administrative Support & Inventory

• Organize and manage office and property inventories—supplies, linens, guest amenities, and maintenance stock
• Oversee bill payments (utilities, service contracts, subscriptions) and ensure all dues are settled on time
• Coordinate vendor relationships—from onboarding to contract renewals—and schedule services/inspections
• Handle general correspondence: email triage, phone inquiries, and visitor reception
• Maintain and organize both digital and physical filing systems (contracts, invoices, tenancy agreements)
• Conduct routine site visits to Marina properties for inspections, handovers, and vendor coordination
• Support ad-hoc projects, such as preparing presentations or updating SOP documents

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Exposure to luxury property management and growing real-estate market
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial work culture
• Opportunities for professional development and certification support

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with Holiday Home business in Dubai?

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• quickbooks: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• english (Required)

• Maintain daily bookkeeping in AED: record journal entries, track invoices (AP/AR), payments, and receipts
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and payment platforms monthly
• Process vendor invoices and manage vendor payments, ensuring timely settlement and accurate record-keeping
• Prepare and file UAE VAT and DTCM returns; manage all tourism fees and corporate taxes
• Assist with payroll processing, wage transfers, and employee records
• Generate monthly management accounts and financial reports for the leadership team
• Liaise with external auditors and tax consultants during audit