Accountant Based in Dubai

Immediate joiners are strongly preferred. Candidates must be available to start immediately or within a maximum of two weeks.

About Us

We are a creative digital marketing agency based in Dubai, originally established in Bournemouth, UK, in 2001.

Over the past six years, we have experienced significant growth and worked with a diverse range of reputable clients across the UAE, the UK and the wider GCC region.

Our services include one-off, fixed-price projects as well as monthly recurring digital marketing services.

Position Overview

We are looking for an energetic, proactive and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team in Dubai.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing invoicing and payments, keeping the company’s accounts clean and fully reconciled, filing UAE VAT and Corporate Tax returns, and actively following up with clients regarding outstanding invoices.

This role requires someone who is confident communicating with clients by email and phone, persistent when following up on payments, and comfortable working in a fast-paced digital agency environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using Zoho Books.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable and the general ledger.
• Create and issue invoices for one-off projects and monthly recurring services.
• Manage and reconcile payments received through Stripe.
• Follow up with clients regarding outstanding invoices by email and phone.
• Send payment reminders, statements and overdue-payment notices.
• Keep client accounts accurate, organised and fully reconciled.
• Reconcile bank accounts, Stripe transactions and other financial records.
• Monitor cash flow and provide regular updates on overdue payments.
• Process supplier invoices, company expenses and payments.
• Prepare financial statements, management reports and budgets.
• Prepare and file UAE VAT returns accurately and on time.
• Prepare and file UAE Corporate Tax returns accurately and within the required deadlines.
• Maintain supporting records and schedules for VAT and Corporate Tax filings.
• Ensure tax calculations, accounting records and financial reports are accurate and compliant.
• Assist with payroll and WPS processing where required.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants and financial service providers.
• Identify discrepancies and resolve accounting or payment-related issues.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with UAE financial regulations, tax requirements and internal policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of relevant accounting experience.
• Practical experience using Zoho Books is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with Stripe payments and reconciliations is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience preparing and filing UAE VAT returns is essential.
• Previous experience preparing and filing UAE Corporate Tax returns is essential.
• Strong knowledge of UAE VAT and Corporate Tax requirements.
• Experience with WPS and payroll processing is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting and reconciliations.
• Good Microsoft Excel skills.
• CPA, CMA or a similar professional qualification is an advantage but not essential.

Skills and Personal Qualities

• Good professional written and spoken English.
• Strong email communication skills, as the role involves regular communication with UK-based and international clients.
• Confident and professional when following up with clients regarding payments.
• Energetic, dynamic and proactive approach to work.
• Persistent and organised when managing overdue accounts.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of the company’s accounts.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced agency environment.

Working Conditions

• Full-time position.
• Fully office-based in Dubai.
• This is not a remote or hybrid role.
• Candidates must be available to join immediately or within a maximum of two weeks.

Why Join Us?

You will join a collaborative and growing digital agency with an international client base.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the company’s day-to-day accounting, invoicing, payment collection, tax filing and financial reporting while supporting the continued growth of the business.

To apply, please submit your CV and include your current notice period or earliest available joining date.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How many years of accounting experience do you have?
• Do you have experience preparing and filing UAE VAT and Corporate Tax returns?
• Are you currently based in the UAE and able to work full-time from our Dubai office?
• Are you available to join immediately or within two weeks?

Work Location: In person