Accountant

Role Overview

This dual-focused position combines hands-on accounting with day-to-day administrative and HR support, making it essential to the smooth running of a Dubai-based company. You will manage the full cycle of financial record-keeping, from data entry in QuickBooks to VAT filing, while also handling office coordination, employee documentation, and banking tasks. The role suits someone who enjoys variety and can switch between reconciling accounts and organising visas or correspondence without losing accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep the general ledger accurate and up to date by recording all daily transactions, classifying expenses, and posting journal entries in QuickBooks.
• Prepare and issue sales invoices, process supplier bills, create payment vouchers, and maintain proper documentation for every financial entry.
• Reconcile bank statements, accounts receivable, and accounts payable; download bank statements and debit or credit advisories to ensure records match actual bank activity.
• Execute banking transactions including local and international wire transfers, prepare cheques, and handle manager's cheque applications or cancellations as requested.
• Control petty cash by reviewing supporting receipts, maintaining a cash ledger, and ensuring reimbursements follow company policy.
• Compute monthly payroll and arrange salary disbursements in line with UAE WPS regulations, while keeping payroll records organised and confidential.
• Prepare VAT schedules, submit VAT returns through the FTA portal, and maintain the supporting documents needed for VAT and Corporate Tax compliance.
• Support month-end and year-end closing, generate financial reports for management, and assist external auditors with their documentation requests.
• Handle administrative and HR duties such as maintaining employee files, tracking visa renewals, labour cards, health insurance, and workmen's compensation coverage.
• Coordinate with banks, government authorities, suppliers, and clients; prepare official letters, reports, and other correspondence as needed.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience within the UAE, with a solid grasp of local tax and payroll rules.
• Working knowledge of UAE VAT regulations, Corporate Tax requirements, and WPS payroll procedures.
• Strong practical proficiency in QuickBooks; familiarity with Zoho Books is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills and comfortable using the broader Microsoft Office suite for reporting, analysis, and documentation.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities, with a proven capacity to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Willingness to take on administrative and HR tasks alongside core accounting duties.
• Available to join immediately is preferred.

What We Offer / Why Join

This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary based on experience, with room to grow professionally within the company. You'll work in a supportive environment where your accounting expertise and administrative skills are equally valued, and where taking on varied responsibilities can accelerate your career development in the UAE market.