Assistant Accountant

 

Description:

We are actively seeking a detail-oriented and diligent Assistant Accountant to join our finance team in Dubai. The ideal candidate must possess hands-on experience with accounting operations within the UAE, along with proficiency in ERP systems and QuickBooks. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of our financial processes.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Bookkeeping & Data Entry:
    Responsible for accurately recording daily financial transactions into the accounting system using QuickBooks and ERP platforms. Ensure that entries are up-to-date, categorized correctly, and reflect real-time financial activities. Maintain an organized repository of digital and hard-copy financial records.

  • Accounts Payable & Receivable Management:
    Assist in the timely processing of vendor invoices and ensure that vendor payments are executed per agreed terms. Reconcile supplier accounts and monitor outstanding receivables. Match invoices to supporting documents such as purchase orders and delivery notes. Verify all transaction details including pricing, quantity, and contract terms for accuracy. Maintain clean and well-organized AP/AR records to facilitate audit readiness.

  • Bank Reconciliation:
    Perform monthly reconciliations between bank statements and the general ledger to identify discrepancies. Investigate and resolve variances in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring complete alignment of financial data across accounts.

  • Expense Tracking & Cost Coding:
    Monitor ongoing business expenditures, ensuring accurate coding of expenses and proper documentation of receipts and invoices. Collaborate with internal departments to validate spending and resolve discrepancies promptly.

  • Financial Reporting & Month-End Closing:
    Support the finance team in preparing key financial statements and management reports. Assist with month-end close activities, ensuring that journal entries and supporting schedules are completed with precision and on time.

  • Audit Support:
    Act as a liaison during internal and external audits. Prepare and deliver required financial data, documentation, and reconciliations to auditors. Ensure that audit timelines are respected and queries are addressed accurately and efficiently.

  • ERP & QuickBooks Expertise:
    Effectively utilize ERP systems and QuickBooks to enhance automation, accuracy, and reporting efficiency. Assist in troubleshooting and resolving system-related issues while maintaining system data integrity.

  • Regulatory Compliance:
    Ensure adherence to internal accounting policies and UAE financial regulations. Stay informed about updates in accounting standards, VAT laws, and financial compliance practices relevant to the UAE market.

  • Team Collaboration:
    Work closely with the broader finance and operations teams to share information and streamline financial processes. Support senior accountants and finance managers in ad-hoc tasks, project-based financial reviews, and budgeting exercises.

  • Data Accuracy & Quality Control:
    Accurately input financial data while conducting routine checks to maintain consistency and integrity of records across all platforms.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Must be currently based in the UAE

  • Proven experience in the UAE in a similar accounting role

  • Strong command over QuickBooks and ERP systems

  • Excellent attention to detail, time management, and analytical thinking

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

  • Familiarity with UAE VAT and accounting compliance is an advantage

Organization UMI
Industry Accounting / Finance / Audit Jobs
Occupational Category Assistant Accountant
Job Location Dubai,UAE
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2025-05-04 11:46 am
Expires on 2025-08-02