Accountant

Abbott; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a skilled Accountant for a fixed-term contract in Dubai. This position involves critical financial functions including data entry, general ledger accounting, and month-end close activities. Ideal candidates will hold a bachelor's degree, have 2-3 years of experience, and possess strong attention to detail and time management skills. Join Abbott, known for its commitment to healthcare excellence and career development.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Acknowledged as a great workplace worldwide

Diversity initiatives and support for employees

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree; additional certification needed for career advancement.
• 2-3 years relevant experience in the region.
• Good working knowledge of accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry and general ledger accounting.
• Support month-end/year-end close activities.
• Conduct balance sheet analysis and fixed assets accounting.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Fixed Assets

General Ledger

Data Entry

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Position: Accountant

The role is a fixed-term contract for 12 months based in UAE.

Position reports to:

Chief Accountant, Gulf & Levant Region - Accounting Shared Services Center based in Dubai.

What You'll Do

• Data Entry
• General Ledger Accounting
• Support Month end / Year end close activities
• Balance Sheet Analysis
• Fixed Assets Accounting
• Corporate Card Administration
• VAT / CIT compilation and filing of returns
• Maintenance of Accounting Records

Working knowledge of Core Business Processes:

• Books and Records
• Property Accounting (Fixed Assets)
• Accounts Payable & Payments

Required Qualifications - Skills:

• Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, General Ledger
• Data Entry: Enter financial data in a timely and accurate manner
• Attention to Detail: Approaches work in a meticulous, thorough, and detailed manner
• Deadline-Oriented: Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks
• Time Management: Prioritizes work to meet goals and deadlines
• Confidentiality: Can be trusted to keep sensitive information secure

Other Characteristics:

• Ability to follow company policies and procedures and inspire others
• Thrives under pressure
• Productivity: Output is exceptionally high. Uses time wisely
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Education / Qualifications:

• Proficiency in the required language
• Minimum bachelor's degree; additional certification needed for career advancement
• 2-3 years relevant experience in the region
• Good working knowledge of accounting systems (e.g., BPCS, FM, XMS) and SAP (S4HANA)
• Proficient in PC applications (MS Office, Lotus Notes, etc.)