Accountant

Ghobash Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization based in Dubai is seeking an experienced Accountant to support the finance and accounting department. The ideal candidate will maintain financial records, prepare reports, and assist with audits while ensuring compliance with regulations. A bachelor's degree in Accounting is required. This is a full-time position with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Internship or relevant work experience in accounting.
• Familiarity with basic accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining and updating financial records.
• Process invoices and verify financial data.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports.
• Provide support during internal and external audits.
• Review and process employee expense reports.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Support the preparation of budgets.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Provide administrative support to the accounting department.

Skills

Accounting principles

Proficiency in accounting software

Excel skills

Knowledge of financial regulations

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

SAP

Oracle

Job description

The Accountant is responsible for providing support to the finance and accounting department. This role involves maintaining financial records, preparing reports and assisting with audits. The Accountant will work under the supervision of senior accountants to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Record Keeping

• Assist in maintaining and updating financial records including ledgers, journals and other accounting documents.
• Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.

Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Process invoices and verify financial data for use in maintaining accounts payable records and provide other clerical support necessary to pay the obligations of the organization.
• Assist in the preparation and sending of invoices as well as following up on outstanding receivables.

Bank Reconciliation

• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Identify and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.

Financial Reporting

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements and other documentation required by management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting principles.

Audit Support

• Provide support during internal and external audits.
• Assist in gathering necessary documentation and answering auditor inquiries.

Expense Reporting

• Review and process employee expense reports ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Ensure timely reimbursement of approved expenses.

General Ledger

• Assist in maintaining and reconciling the general ledger accounts.
• Post journal entries as needed and ensure the accuracy of financial data.

Budget Assistance

• Support the senior accounting staff in the preparation of budgets.
• Monitor budget variances and report findings to management.

Compliance and Regulations

• Ensure all financial transactions comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and best practices.

Administrative Support

• Provide administrative support to the accounting department as needed.
• Handle routine correspondence and inquiries related to accounting matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Internship or relevant work experience in accounting preferred.
• Familiarity with basic accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle).
• Strong MS Office skills particularly in Excel.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time