Job Description

Job Title:

F&B Accountant

Department:

Finance

Reports To:

Financial Controller

Location:

Business Bay, Dubai

Position Summary

The

F&B Accountant

is responsible for managing day-to-day financial operations related to the food and beverage division, ensuring timely recording, reconciliation, and reporting of transactions. The role supports the

Financial Controller

in maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring cash flow, and ensuring compliance with accounting and taxation standards applicable to the F&B sector.

This position requires high attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to coordinate effectively with operations, procurement, and management teams to ensure financial integrity and business performance visibility.

Key Responsibilities1. Cash Flow & Banking

Prepare and submit

Weekly Bank Position Reports

every Monday. Maintain and update the

Bank Register

on a

daily basis

to track inflows and outflows. Prepare

Cash Flow Forecasts

at the

beginning of each month

to project liquidity requirements. Conduct

Bank Reconciliation

on a

monthly basis

(by the 2nd of each month) and ensure all discrepancies are resolved. Manage

Petty Cash Replenishments

weekly and ensure supporting documentation for each transaction.

2. Accounts Payable & Receivable

Process and record

Utility Payments

on or before the 5th of every month. Oversee

Cheque Payments

to vendors and suppliers weekly. Maintain accurate entries in the books on a

daily basis

to ensure data integrity. Manage

Supplier and Customer Relations

, including account reconciliations, payment follow-ups, and query resolution. Ensure supplier invoices and supporting documents comply with internal controls and tax requirements.

3. Financial Reporting

Support the

monthly closing of books

and assist in preparing

Profit & Loss statements

by the

5th of every month

. Perform

Bank and Ledger Reconciliations

to verify account balances. Assist in the

preparation of VAT Returns

quarterly (15th of each quarter) in compliance with tax regulations. Provide accurate financial data for management review and decision-making.

4. System & Process Management

Maintain and update

ERP (Odoo) accounting modules

and ensure all transactions are posted accurately. Collaborate with IT and finance teams on

ERP enhancements

to streamline reporting and automation. Support the

Financial Controller

in daily operational and administrative matters.

5. Audit & Compliance

Assist in

Year-End Audit

preparations by ensuring completeness of documentation and account schedules. Support the

budgeting process

by providing actuals, forecasts, and variance analyses. Ensure compliance with

internal control policies

,

F&B cost management procedures

, and

accounting standards

.

Key Deliverables

Timely submission of all periodic reports (bank position, P&L, VAT, reconciliations). Accurate and updated accounting records in ERP. Error-free financial statements and reconciliations. Strong coordination with F&B operations for timely approvals and cost controls.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in

Accounting, Finance, or Commerce

.

3-5 years of accounting experience

(preferably in F&B, hospitality, or retail industries). Proficient in

ERP systems (Odoo, Oracle, or SAP)

. Strong knowledge of

VAT

,

F&B costing

, and

management reporting

. Proficient in

MS Excel

,

Word

, and

PowerPoint

. Attention to detail with excellent time management and organizational skills. Good communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Core Competencies

Financial Accuracy & Analytical Skills Knowledge of F&B Accounting & Costing ERP & Digital Financial Reporting Process & Deadline Management Stakeholder Coordination (Operations & Finance) Confidentiality & Professional Ethics
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED3,500.00 per month