Accountant

Uaeadvise; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coffee business in Dubai is seeking a dedicated Accountant to manage financial records and ensure compliance with UAE regulations. This role involves preparing financial statements, handling payroll, and supporting budgeting processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 3+ years of experience, particularly in the FMCG or coffee sector. The position offers competitive salary and growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in FMCG or coffee-related businesses.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records including balance sheets and profit & loss statements.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Conduct bank and cash reconciliations daily.
• Process accounts payable and monthly payroll accurately.
• File VAT and excise returns and coordinate external audits.

Skills

UAE VAT regulations

WPS payroll processing

Microsoft Excel

Financial analysis tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance

Tools

ERP accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho Books, SAP)

Job description

About the job

Location: Al-Qouz, Dubai

Employment Type: Full-time

About Us: We are a fast-growing, vertically integrated coffee business, with a strong presence in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. We are looking for a dedicated Accountant to manage our financial records, support daily transactions, and ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records, including the general ledger, balance sheet, and profit & loss statements.
• Prepare various schedules, workings, and reports for the month‑end closing of books.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support decision‑making.
• Support the Finance Manager in carrying out departmental responsibilities.

• Collect cash, POS transactions, and cheques from the sales team daily.
• Prepare pay‑in slips and ensure daily deposits into bank accounts.
• Verify and account for cash, cheques, and bank remittances received from customers in the ERP system.
• Perform bank reconciliation and cash‑in‑hand reconciliation on a daily basis.

• Generate customer statements of accounts from the ERP system and share them with customers.
• Follow up with the sales team and customers for pending payments daily.

• Process accounts payable transactions, ensuring balances match supplier records.
• Prepare and process monthly payroll, including generating and submitting WPS files.
• Calculate gratuity, overtime, and final settlements in compliance with UAE labor laws.

• Assist in filing VAT and excise returns by maintaining proper financial records.
• Coordinate external audits by preparing documentation and addressing auditor queries.
• Implement and maintain internal financial controls to ensure compliance with UAE regulations and accounting principles.

• Prepare ad‑hoc reports as required by the Finance Manager.
• Assist in system improvements and process optimization for better financial efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in FMCG, retail, or coffee‑related businesses.
• Strong knowledge of UAE VAT regulations, WPS payroll processing, and UAE labor laws.
• Experience with ERP accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho Books, SAP).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company.
• A collaborative work environment in a leading coffee business.

If you’re an experienced accountant looking to work in a dynamic and coffee‑focused business, we’d love to hear from you!