Accountant & Payroll Officer

Position: Accountant & Payroll Officer

Location: Al Majaz Sharjah

To apply email CV to afb.hr.uae@gmail.com

Position Overview

The Accountant & Payroll Officer will be responsible for handling day-to-day financial activities, payroll processing, and maintaining accurate accounting records. This role requires solid knowledge of accounting principles, UAE VAT compliance, and strong experience in payroll, accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, general ledger, and inventory management.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Finance

• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries, trial balances, and financial statements.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Process and issue invoices accurately and on schedule.
• Reconcile bank statements, supplier accounts, and customer balances.
• Monitor and manage inventory costing, adjustments, and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations, including preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Support external audits by providing required documentation and reports.

Payroll

• Process monthly payroll in compliance with UAE labor laws.
• Manage employee attendance, leave, and overtime records for payroll calculations.
• Ensure timely and accurate salary disbursements through WPS.
• Prepare and maintain payroll reports and employee compensation records.
• Handle end-of-service benefits and gratuity calculations.

Other Duties

• Assist in budgeting and financial forecasting activities.
• Maintain proper documentation for all financial transactions.
• Support management with ad-hoc financial reports and analysis.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in accounting and payroll, preferably in Bakeries, FMCG, food production, or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of UAE VAT regulations and compliance.
• Hands-on experience with payroll systems, WPS, and HR/payroll policies.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office (Excel in particular).
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines under pressure.

Job Type: Full-time