Accountant cum Administrator

Job Title: Accountant cum Admin

Company: Fort Specialties Trading LLC

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Job Summary

Fort Specialties Trading LLC is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accountant cum Admin with a minimum of 3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a UAE trading company. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records, supporting tax compliance, and handling general administrative responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Finance

* Process supplier invoices and ensure timely supplier payments.

* Prepare, verify, and record purchase invoices and sales invoices.

* Maintain accurate accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).

* Monitor customer collections and follow up on overdue payments.

* Reconcile supplier and customer statements regularly.

* Perform monthly bank reconciliations and petty cash reconciliations.

* Record daily accounting transactions and maintain the general ledger.

* Prepare payment vouchers, receipt vouchers, and journal entries.

* Assist in monthly and year-end closing activities.

* Maintain proper accounting records and supporting documentation.

VAT & Corporate Tax

* Assist in the preparation and filing of UAE VAT returns.

* Maintain VAT-related records and supporting documents.

* Assist in Corporate Tax documentation and compliance requirements.

* Coordinate with auditors and tax consultants whenever required.

Administration

* Maintain organized filing systems for financial and administrative documents.

* Coordinate with suppliers, customers, banks, and government authorities when required.

* Prepare reports, letters, quotations, and other business documents.

* Support management with administrative and operational tasks.

* Ensure confidentiality of financial and company information.

Requirements

* Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.

* Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a UAE trading company.

* Strong knowledge of UAE VAT and basic understanding of UAE Corporate Tax.

* Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, and petty cash management.

* Proficiency in Tally ERP, ERP software, and Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas, reporting).

* Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

* Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

* Good communication skills in English (Hindi/Malayalam is an added advantage).

* Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience in construction, building materials, or industrial trading companies.

* Familiarity with inventory accounting and stock reconciliation.

* Experience coordinating with external auditors and preparing audit schedules.

* Immediate joiners will be preferred.

Pay: AED1,800.00 - AED2,500.00 per month

Work Location: In person