Accountant

Dfrense DMCC; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dfrense DMCC in Dubai is seeking an experienced accountant to manage VAT registration, filing, and compliance, while handling bookkeeping, data entry, and monthly financial reporting. You will ensure audit-ready records and timely tax submissions, supporting senior management with accurate financial insights.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years of hands-on accounting experience, proficiency with major accounting software, and a solid understanding of IFRS and VAT regulations in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 3–5+ years hands-on accounting experience with VAT filing.
• Proficiency in major accounting software and advanced MS Excel.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and UAE VAT regulations.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet tax deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end VAT registration/deregistration with the FTA and ensure accurate VAT returns.
• Record daily financial transactions, invoices, receipts, and bank statements; conduct monthly reconciliations.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and maintain audit trails.

Skills

VAT management

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

Data entry

MS Excel advanced

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Zoho Books

Tally

Xero

SAP

Job description

1. VAT Management & Compliance:

   • Handle end-to-end VAT registration/deregistration procedures with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).

   • Prepare, review, and submit accurate quarterly/monthly VAT returns in full compliance with local tax regulations.

   • Reconcile input and output VAT ledgers regularly to ensure precise reporting.

   • Maintain audit-ready VAT documentation and serve as the main point of contact for tax audits or queries.

2. Bookkeeping & Data Entry:

   • Accurately record daily financial transactions, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and journal entries into accounting software.

   • Review, verify, and input invoices, receipts, and bank statements in a timely manner.

   • Perform monthly bank reconciliations and account balance verifications.

3. Financial Reporting & Operations:

   • Assist in generating monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet).

   • Ensure proper document archiving and audit trails for all financial records.

Desired Candidate Profile

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

2. Experience: 3–5+ years of hands‑on accounting experience, with demonstrated expertise in local VAT filing and registration procedures.

3. Software Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Tally, Xero, or SAP) and advanced MS Excel skills.

4. Knowledge: Deep understanding of tax regulations, VAT laws, and general accounting principles (IFRS).

5. Key Traits: High attention to detail, strong numerical accuracy, good time‑management skills, and ability to meet strict tax deadlines.