Job Description

Full job description:

A junior accountant supports the accounting department by performing day-to-day tasks such as maintaining accounts payable and accounts receivable, processing journal entries, helping with financial reporting and audits, and reconciling accounts. They work under the guidance of managers, requiring a degree in accounting and strong analytical and software skills to ensure compliance with financial regulations. Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping:

Recording financial transactions by making journal entries and managing the general ledger.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

Managing invoices, receipts, and payments for accounts payable and receivable functions.

Financial Reporting:

Assisting in the compilation and preparation of financial statements and monthly reports under supervision.

Payroll:

Processing and administering monthly payroll and associated taxes.

Reconciliations:

Reconciling financial records and bank statements to ensure accuracy.

Auditing Support:

Assisting with audits, both internal and external.

Compliance:

Staying updated on state, federal, and other financial regulations and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
Required Skills and Qualifications

Education:

A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is typically required.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks and other accounting software) and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Analytical Skills:

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.

Attention to Detail:

Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality are crucial.

Teamwork:

Ability to work effectively as part of a finance team.
Previous Experience: Successful candidate must have worked in a professional accounting firm with Minimum of two (2) years of work experience required. Previous experience in an accounting role in a perfume industry would be considered as an asset.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Sharjah: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

accounting: 2 years (Required)
Language:

English and Arabic (Required)
License/Certification:

acca or working towards it (Preferred)
Application Deadline: 06/10/2025