Accountant

Dubai, UAE | Full-time | On-site

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Accountant to manage daily accounting, reconciliations, and MIS reporting, with strong ownership of receivables, payables, and cost control.

The role includes supporting budgets, monitoring cash flow and profitability, and handling related administrative responsibilities. Accuracy, timely reporting, clear communication, and the ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Receivables: Manage invoicing, customer statements, ageing reports, and collection follow-ups, escalating overdue balances promptly.
• Payables: Verify supplier invoices, reconcile accounts, and prepare payment schedules in line with approved terms and available cash.
• Reconciliations: Complete bank, cash, customer, supplier, intercompany, and ledger reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly.
• MIS Reporting: Complete month-end closing and deliver accurate reports covering financial performance, cash flow, outstanding balances, and key variances within agreed deadlines.
• Budget Support and Cost Control: Assist with budgets and cash flow forecasts, monitor actual performance against budget, and review job costs, expenses, and margins.
• Compliance: Coordinate with external VAT and tax consultants on supporting schedules, documentation, filings, and payment deadlines.
• Finance Administration: Maintain organised financial records, manage petty cash and expense claims, support payroll preparation, and track purchase orders, approvals, and renewals.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong practical knowledge of payables, receivables, reconciliations, and MIS reporting.
• Experience supporting budgets, job costing, expense control, and administrative processes.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software; Zoho Books experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of UAE VAT and tax compliance processes.
• Strong attention to detail, consistent follow-through, and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Clear communication and confidence in highlighting financial discrepancies and required actions.