Job Description

Job Title:

Assistant Account

Location

: Dubai UAE

Industry:

Accounting / Finance / Professional Services

Job Type:

Full-Time

Experience Required:

4-8 Years

Reporting to:

Finance Manager / CFO / Managing Director

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented

Accountant

with 4-8 years of hands-on experience. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and tax regulations, and supporting overall financial operations.

This role requires a proactive professional who can work independently, handle full-cycle accounting, and contribute to financial reporting and decision-making processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ledgers, and journals. Handle full-cycle bookkeeping, including

accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and bank reconciliations

. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual

financial statements

in accordance with applicable accounting standards (IFRS/local GAAP). Manage cash flow, petty cash, and banking transactions. Process payroll and ensure compliance with local laws (EOBI, tax deductions, etc.). Ensure timely filing of

withholding tax, income tax, and sales tax (FBR, PRA)

. Assist with

budget preparation, variance analysis

, and financial forecasting. Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies. Implement and maintain strong internal controls and accounting processes. Support ERP or accounting software implementation and ensure accurate data entry (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, SAP, or locally used systems).

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in

Accounting, Finance, or Commerce

(e.g., B.Com, M.Com, MBA Finance). Professional certifications such as

ACCA, CA Inter, ICMA

, or equivalent will be a strong advantage.

4-8 years of experience

in accounting and bookkeeping, preferably in a corporate or professional services environment. Strong command over

accounting software

(QuickBooks, Peachtree, ERP, etc.) and

Microsoft Excel

. In-depth knowledge of

UAE tax laws, FBR regulations

, and financial reporting standards. Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills. Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

Experience working with

international clients

or outsourcing companies is a plus. Good understanding of

inventory accounting

and

cost control

. Fluency in

English

(written and spoken)
Job Type: Full-time