Accountant

Websima DMCC; Dubai; On-site; AED 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Websima DMCC in Dubai is seeking an Accountant to oversee day-to-day accounting and financial record-keeping, ensuring accurate recording of daily transactions and up-to-date records.

You will manage accounts payable/receivable, process invoices, perform reconciliations, and support monthly/year-end closings, with emphasis on UAE VAT records and filings. Proficiency in ERP systems, especially Dynamics 365 BC, is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Experience in UAE accounting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Daily bookkeeping and recording of financial transactions
• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Process sales and purchase invoices
• Post payments and receipts
• Conduct bank and account reconciliations
• Record expenses and allocate costs
• Maintain customer and supplier ledgers
• Prepare VAT records and support VAT filings
• Assist with month-end and year-end closings
• Prepare accounting schedules and reports
• Maintain documentation for audits and tax purposes
• Support external auditors and tax advisers when required

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

ERP accounting software

Job description

We are looking for an Accountant to join our team in Dubai and take responsibility for the day-to-day accounting and financial record-keeping of the business.

The role will involve maintaining accurate and up-to-date accounting records, recording daily financial transactions, managing accounts payable and receivable, processing invoices, payments and receipts, performing bank and account reconciliations, maintaining supporting documentation, and assisting with monthly and year-end closing activities.

The Accountant will also be responsible for preparing VAT records and supporting VAT filings, maintaining proper accounting documentation for audit and tax purposes, and assisting with the preparation of financial reports and schedules.

The successful candidate should be comfortable working with ERP/accounting systems and have strong Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is highly preferred, while experience with other ERP or accounting platforms will also be considered.

The role requires a detail-oriented, organized and responsible individual who can ensure that accounting records are maintained accurately and on a daily basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily bookkeeping and accounting entries
• Accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Sales and purchase invoice processing
• Payment and receipt entries
• Bank and account reconciliations
• Expense recording and allocation
• Maintenance of customer and supplier ledgers
• VAT record preparation and support with VAT filing
• Assistance with month-end and year-end closing
• Preparation of accounting schedules and reports
• Maintaining complete supporting documentation for transactions
• Supporting external auditors and tax advisers when required
• Ensuring accounting records remain accurate and up to date

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Previous accounting experience in the UAE preferred
• Good knowledge of accounting principles
• Understanding of UAE VAT requirements
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with ERP/accounting software
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience is a strong advantage
• Good attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills