Accountant

About the Role:

Join a dynamic and growing team in Dubai, playing a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, strategic planning, and compliance. We are seeking a highly motivated Accountant to manage and report on financial data, ensuring adherence to UAE regulations and best practices. If you're passionate about finance and have a strong understanding of local tax laws and financial reporting standards, this is the job for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Record Keeping & Reporting:

• Prepare, analyze, and maintain accurate financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements)
• Record daily financial transactions and ensure compliance with financial reporting standards
• Perform month-end and year-end closing procedures, including reconciliations and journal entries
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting

Account Reconciliation & Analysis:

• Reconcile bank statements, accounts, and other financial records, resolving discrepancies
• Analyze financial data to identify key insights and potential areas of improvement
• Report on variances between actual and budgeted performance, providing recommendations

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Develop annual budgets using historical data and financial projections
• Forecast future financial performance, analyze trends, and make actionable recommendations

Compliance & Audits:

• Ensure compliance with UAE corporate tax laws, VAT regulations, and FTA requirements
• Prepare and file VAT and corporate tax returns
• Assist with internal and external audits, preparing schedules and documentation as needed

Financial Advisory & Risk Management:

• Provide strategic insights to management for informed decision-making
• Advise on risk mitigation strategies, cost-saving opportunities, and investment options

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience in the UAE (preferred)
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and accounting software (required)
• Strong knowledge of UAE tax laws, VAT, IFRS, and FTA regulations
• Experience in month-end/year-end closing procedures and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Key Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
• Familiarity with accounting ERP systems and financial analysis tools

Pay: AED2,500.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Are you fluent in English?
• Provide 2-3 suitable dates for the interview.

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person