Accountant

Zapegg; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 78,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Zapegg Tax Consultant in Dubai is seeking an Accountant to join the finance team. The role involves managing daily financial transactions, maintaining records, and supporting tax-related activities to ensure compliant and accurate accounting operations.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of UAE VAT procedures. On-site role based in Dubai with potential involvement in audits and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/commerce or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong bookkeeping, financial reporting and reconciliations knowledge.
• Experience with accounting software/ERP systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Record and maintain daily financial transactions in accounting systems.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, journal entries, and other financial documents.
• Maintain general ledger and supporting records.
• Perform regular bank, customer, and supplier reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and coordinate payments follow-ups.
• Review invoices and payment requests for accuracy.
• Assist with budgeting, cash-flow monitoring, and planning.
• Prepare and maintain VAT and UAE tax documentation.
• Support audits by providing required accounting records.
• Coordinate with clients and internal departments regarding invoices and payments.

Skills

Financial accounting and bookkeeping

Accounts payable and receivable

Bank reconciliation

Invoice processing

VAT documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Zapegg Tax Consultant is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to join its finance team in Dubai. This role is ideal for a finance professional with strong accounting knowledge who can manage financial transactions, maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and support tax-related activities. The successful candidate will contribute to sound financial management and help ensure the company’s accounting operations remain accurate, organized, and compliant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Record and maintain daily financial transactions in accounting systems.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, journal entries, and other financial documents.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting financial records.
• Perform regular bank, customer, and supplier reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and coordinate payment follow-ups.
• Review invoices, expenses, purchase documents, and payment requests for accuracy.
• Assist with budgeting, cash-flow monitoring, and financial planning.
• Prepare and maintain VAT and tax-related documentation in accordance with UAE requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required accounting records.
• Coordinate with clients and internal departments regarding invoices, payments, and financial documentation.
• Ensure financial records are properly organized and securely maintained.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and assist in resolving financial issues promptly.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of company and client financial information.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, financial reporting, reconciliations, and accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of UAE VAT and tax procedures is an advantage.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Skills & Competencies:

• Financial accounting and bookkeeping
• Accounts payable and receivable management
• Bank reconciliation and financial reporting
• Invoice and payment processing
• VAT and tax documentation