General Accountant

Job description:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: United Arab Emirates

Position Summary

The Accountant supports the finance team in day-to-day accounting and accounts payable activities. The role ensures accurate invoice processing, timely payments, proper record keeping, and compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and verify invoices for accuracy, completeness, and required approvals before processing.
• Assist in preparing and processing payments through approved methods, including electronic transfers.
• Coordinate with vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies and respond to payment-related inquiries.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and vendor statements to ensure accuracy.
• Review and process employee expense claims in accordance with company policies.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist in preparing periodic accounts payable and financial reports for management review.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting principles, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accounting and accounts payable processes.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned by management.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting or accounts payable experience in UAE
• Experience with ERP systems is preferred (including SAP or similar platforms).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Reporting Line

• Reports to Accountant / Finance Manager.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Accounting : 5 years UAE Experience (Required)
• SAP: 1 year (Required)

*Immediate Joiner

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Experience:

• UAE: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• ENGLISH (Required)

Work Location: In person