Job Description

Location:

Dubai, UAE

Type:

Part-time / Full-time / Freelance (Flexible depending on candidate)

Industry:

Tobacco Distribution

ABOUT US

We are a fast-growing distributor of premium tobacco products in the UAE, currently launching in duty-free and domestic retail channels. As we expand, we're seeking an experienced

Accountant

with strong knowledge of UAE tax regulations, especially

Excise Tax

, to manage our financial operations and compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Maintain accurate daily records of all income, expenses, and inventory movement Reconcile bank statements and manage petty cash Process supplier invoices, staff payments, and marketing agency costs

VAT & Excise Tax Compliance

Prepare and submit

monthly excise tax declarations

via the FTA portal Monitor excise stamp usage and coordinate with warehouse/excise officers Ensure

timely VAT filings

and accurate input/output tax records Maintain compliance with all

FTA regulations and updates

Invoicing & Accounts Receivable

Generate and send invoices to duty-free clients and retail partners Track receivables, follow up on overdue payments, and reconcile statements Maintain credit and payment terms documentation

Reporting & Financial Control

Provide monthly reports: P&L, cash flow, tax summaries, and budget variance Assist with inventory costing and gross margin analysis Support audit preparation and liaise with external auditors or consultants Monitor tax liabilities and upcoming payments

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 3-5 years of accounting experience in the UAE

Direct experience filing Excise Tax and VAT via the FTA portal

Experience working in

FMCG, distribution

, or

regulated goods

(e.g., tobacco, alcohol, pharma) Familiarity with accounting software such as

QuickBooks, Zoho Books

, or

Tally

Strong knowledge of UAE corporate tax basics is a plus Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven English fluency required; Arabic is a plus

WHAT WE OFFER

Flexible working arrangement (freelance/part-time possible) Hands-on role in a fast-growing regional distribution business Opportunity to shape the finance function from early stages Competitive compensation based on experience
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From AED3,000.00 per month

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week