Junior Accountant

Job description:

Key Responsibilities1. Daily Accounting Tasks

• Record daily sales transactions from travel packages, visa services, air ticketing, hotel bookings, and tours.
• Maintain and update accounting entries in the system (ERP/Tally/QuickBooks).
• Assist in preparing daily/weekly sales and collection reports.

2. Accounts Receivable

• Prepare customer invoices for bookings (air tickets, tours, hotel, visas).
• Follow up on pending payments with clients and agents.
• Record customer receipts and maintain proper documentation.

3. Accounts Payable

• Process supplier invoices (airlines, hotels, tourism partners, transport companies).
• Match invoices with supporting documents (booking confirmations, supplier bills).
• Prepare payment requests and assist in vendor reconciliation.

4. Reconciliation

• Assist in bank reconciliation on a daily/weekly basis.
• Perform reconciliation of supplier accounts, GDS report (Amadeus/ Galileo), BSP/airline reports.

5. Cash & Petty Cash Management

• Record petty cash expenses and ensure proper approvals.
• Assist in verifying cash collections from counter staff or sales team.

6. Reporting

• Support month-end closing activities.
• Prepare basic summaries such as expense reports, sales reports, and outstanding reports.
• Assist senior accountant with financial statements and audit requirements.

7. Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain organized and accurate financial files for bookings, clients, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and UAE VAT requirements.
• Assist in preparing VAT return data (sales, purchase, and expense reports).

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–2 years of accounting experience (experience in travel & tourism preferred).
• Basic knowledge of UAE VAT rules.
• Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Key Competencies

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Problem-solving ability
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Customer service orientation
• Integrity and confidentiality

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Travel & Tourism: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English, Hindi & Urdu (Preferred)

Work Location: In person