Accountant

AppliedAI; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AppliedAI in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Accountant to oversee daily accounting, maintain the general ledger, and ensure timely monthly financial reporting. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of accounting experience, proficiency with Xero and QuickBooks, and a solid understanding of IFRS, GAAP, and UAE tax regulations.

Fluent English and strong analytical skills are essential. You will support audits, prepare VAT-related declarations, and drive process improvements across finance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience with Xero and QuickBooks.
• Understanding of IFRS and GAAP.
• Knowledge of UAE financial and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting and maintain the general ledger.
• Ensure timely monthly reporting.
• Complete post-close reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Support year-end audit and regulatory reporting.
• Drive process improvements and automate workflows.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams on processes.
• Prepare VAT, WHT, CT declarations where applicable.

Skills

English

Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

About Us: The Applied AI Company (AppliedAI) is a pioneering AI technology company

headquartered in Abu Dhabi, committed to innovation and excellence in artificial intelligence solutions

in regulated industries such as healthcare, insurance, government, and financial services.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily accounting activities required to maintain the companys general ledger in all aspects.
• Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information.
• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.
• Ensure completion and review of all post-close reconciliations (main balance sheet account reconciliations). Ensure all balances are properly supported and documented.
• Collaborate with the other accounting department team members to support overall department goals and objectives.
• Prepare for and ensure a clean and timely year end audit. Prepare reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Ensure that the companys management principles, policies, and programs are consistently practiced.
• Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
• Reconcile, analyze and maintain accurate balance sheet accounts
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Support monthly financial closing activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Drive process improvements and automate workflows for efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business processes
• Prepare the VAT, WHT, CT declarations where applicable

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.

Experience

Proven experience (3+ years) as an Accountant or in a similar financial role is required.

Prior experience using accounting softwares like Xero and Quickbooks.

Thorough understanding of IFRS and GAAP is required.

Knowledge of UAEs financial and tax regulations.

Skills

Fluency in English is required.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word) is required.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills is required.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy is required.