Accountant

Septema DMCC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A management consultancy firm in Dubai is seeking a Reporting Accountant to manage the full accounting cycle. This role involves bookkeeping, preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with UAE tax law, and providing financial analysis. Candidates should have a degree in finance/accounting and 3-4 years of relevant experience. Strong organizational skills and proficiency in accounting software are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics or equivalent.
• 3 - 4 years of full-cycle accounting experience, preferably in a small-to-mid-size company.
• Hands-on expertise with G/L accounting, closing & reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage full accounting cycle: bookkeeping and reconciliations.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and reports.
• Handle Accounts Payable and Receivable operations.
• Process payroll and maintain employee records.
• Prepare VAT and Corporate Tax filings as per UAE law.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and company policies.

Skills

Accounting / Finance / Economics Degree

3 - 4 years full-cycle accounting experience

Functional knowledge of IFRS

Hands-on expertise with G/L accounting

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in accounting software

Strong Excel skills

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to prepare management reports

Education

Degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics

Tools

QuickBooks

Zoho Books

Tally

Job description

About Us

We are a well-established management consultancy firm based in Dubai World Trade Centre (The Offices, One Central), operating successfully since 2017.

Job Description

• This position will play a key role accounting, closing, and reporting processes are executed timely and accurately.

The purpose of this role is to support and execute:

• Monthly closing and reporting activities
• Day-to-day technical accounting - functional and technical support (entries posting, control documents flow); drive operational and continuous improvement projects
• Address operational issues and follow through to resolution in an effective and timely manner
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Reporting Accountant reports to the Management.

Responsibilities

• Manage full accounting cycle: bookkeeping, posting entries, reconciliations, month-end and year-end closing.
• Prepare accurate financial statements (G/L, P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) including payments, invoicing, and collections.
• Process payroll, maintain employee records, and ensure compliance with labor.
• Prepare and submit VAT and Corporate Tax filings in accordance with UAE tax law.
• Maintain and reconcile all bank accounts, credit card expenses and employee petty cash expenses.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial performance reports.
• Maintain proper documentation and control over all accounting records and transactions.
• Interact with auditors, tax advisors and banks as needed.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and company accounting policies.
• Support management with financial analysis, cash flow monitoring.

Skills

• Degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics or equivalent
• 3 - 4 years of full-cycle accounting experience, preferably in a small-to-mid-size company or standalone accounting role/ Big4 experience is a plus
• Functional knowledge of IFRS and UAE VAT/Corporate Tax regulations
• Hands on expertise with G/L accounting, closing & reporting processes, and activities
• Strong deductive and analytical skills
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Tally, or similar ERP).
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities; capable of meeting deadlines independently.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with management, banks, and auditors.
• Experience preparing management reports and financial analysis for decision-making.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and hands-on with an ownership mindset.
• Team player, able to work collaboratively with an end-to-end mindset.