Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Record and verify daily financial transactions, ensuring accurate entries in the accounting system and proper maintenance of the general ledger.
• Manage accounts payable, including reviewing supplier invoices, verifying supporting documents, obtaining approvals, and processing payments within agreed timelines.
• Maintain accounts receivable records, issue customer invoices, monitor outstanding balances, and follow up on overdue payments.
• Prepare regular bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure that bank transactions are accurately reflected in the company’s financial records.
• Reconcile supplier and customer accounts, resolve balance differences, and coordinate with relevant departments to address payment or invoicing issues.
• Process employee expense claims, petty cash transactions, and reimbursements in accordance with company policies and approval procedures.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, including preparing journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules to help management assess financial performance.
• Support the preparation of VAT returns by reviewing transaction records, checking supporting invoices, and maintaining organised tax documentation.
• Assist with corporate tax documentation, financial schedules, and filing requirements in coordination with the finance manager or appointed tax adviser.
• Support payroll processing by verifying employee payment information, approved deductions, reimbursements, and payroll accounting entries.
• Maintain fixed asset records and assist with depreciation calculations, asset reconciliations, and documentation of additions or disposals.
• Monitor expenses against approved budgets, identify unusual transactions, and report significant variances to management.
• Assist internal and external auditors by preparing requested schedules, providing supporting documents, and responding to accounting queries.
• Maintain complete and organised accounting records, ensuring that invoices, receipts, contracts, and payment documents are readily available.
• Follow internal financial controls, maintain confidentiality, and recommend practical improvements to accounting procedures.
• Coordinate with purchasing, sales, operations, and other departments to ensure timely submission of accurate financial information.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a closely related discipline from a recognised institution.
• A minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in accounting, bookkeeping, financial reporting, or a similar role.
• Previous UAE accounting experience preferred, particularly in handling day-to-day transactions, reconciliations, and month-end closing.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial statement preparation.
• Familiarity with UAE VAT processes and corporate tax documentation, with the ability to coordinate effectively with tax advisers.
• Practical experience in preparing bank reconciliations, supplier reconciliations, customer statements, and accounting schedules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookup functions, pivot tables, and the preparation of financial reports.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software such as Tally, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, or an ERP system.
• Ability to review financial information carefully, identify discrepancies, investigate errors, and maintain accurate records.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet reporting deadlines.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with colleagues, customers, suppliers, auditors, and management.
• A responsible and professional approach to handling confidential financial information.
• Ability to work independently on routine accounting tasks while contributing effectively to the finance team.
• Relevant professional qualifications or progress towards ACCA, CMA, CPA, or CA would be an advantage.
• UAE degree equivalency/qualification recognition certificate preferred. Candidates should indicate whether their certificate is available, under application, or not obtained.

Employment Type

• Full-time