Senior Accountant – QuickBooks | Multi-Company Accounting | Dubai

About Us

The Ark Animal Clinic is a growing veterinary group with operations in the UAE and abroad. We are committed to high professional standards, accuracy, and transparency. We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Dubai team and take full ownership of accounting operations across multiple companies.

Job Summary

We are hiring an experienced Senior Accountant to manage the full accounting cycle for multiple legal entities within our group. This role is suited for a professional who can work independently, close accounts on time, and deliver management- and shareholder-ready financial reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle full-cycle accounting for multiple companies
• Manage daily accounting operations including data entry, invoicing, petty cash, and journals
• Prepare monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports
• Perform month-end and year-end closing independently
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in QuickBooks

Bank, POS & Reconciliations

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations
• Reconcile POS transactions and bank charges/commissions
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in high-transaction environments

VAT & Compliance

• Prepare and submit UAE VAT returns accurately and on time
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations and accounting standards
• Support auditors and external consultants when required

Multi-Company Accounting

• Maintain strict separation of accounts between companies
• Allocate shared expenses (rent, utilities, salaries, marketing, etc.) using clear and auditable methods
• Handle intercompany entries where applicable

Payroll & Controls

• Process payroll, overtime, commissions, and deductions
• Ensure payroll accuracy and proper documentation
• Maintain clean ledgers with no unexplained balances

Requirements

Mandatory Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 5 years accounting experience in the UAE
• Strong hands-on experience with QuickBooks (mandatory)
• Experience handling the full accounting cycle independently
• Experience managing multiple companies or branches
• Strong knowledge of UAE VAT laws and filing procedures
• Experience with bank reconciliation and POS reconciliation
• Valid UAE driving license (mandatory)
• Strong MS Excel skills

Professional Skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to work without supervision
• Comfortable meeting strict deadlines
• Clear communication with management

Preferred (Not Mandatory)

• Experience in healthcare, retail, or high-volume transaction businesses
• Intercompany accounting exposure
• Professional certifications (CA / ACCA / CPA / CMA – completed or in progress)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Stable, long-term employment
• Full ownership of the accounting function
• Professional and respectful work environment

To Apply

Please submit your updated CV to: careers@theark.ae and include a short note confirming:

• Your QuickBooks experience
• Your availability
• Your UAE driving license

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contract
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: From AED6,000.00 per month

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• QuickBooks: 2 years (Required)
• accountant : 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• UAE Driving License (Required)

Location:

• Dubai (Preferred)