Accountant (ACCA/ CA)

Flatgigs; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Flatgigs is seeking a qualified Finance & Accounts professional with 5–6 years of UAE experience to manage end-to-end accounting, payables, receivables, and compliance with UAE VAT, corporate tax, and IFRS.

You will maintain ledgers, prepare financial statements, perform month-end closes, and ensure strong internal controls. Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP and advanced Excel is preferred, along with knowledge of VAT filing and tax audits.

Qualifications

• CA/ACCA qualification or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or commerce.
• 5–6 years UAE experience in finance.
• Experience with UAE VAT, CT, and IFRS reporting.
• Proficient in ERP systems and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Financial Accounting & Reporting: maintain books, prepare statements, and perform monthly closings.
• Accounts payable: manage supplier invoices, payments, and AP aging.
• Accounts receivable & credit control: issue invoices, monitor receivables, control credit risk.
• UAE VAT & corporate tax: VAT returns, reconciliations, CT readiness.
• IFRS & internal controls: apply IFRS, maintain controls, drive process improvements.
• Audit and regulatory compliance: coordinate with external auditors and ensure compliance.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

VAT compliance

CA/ACCA

AP/AR/GL

MS Excel

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

ERP proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

Zoho Books

Tally

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a deep‑tech intelligence holding company with a growing portfolio of business units and ventures. As the Group continues to scale, we are strengthening our finance function to support accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, effective controls, and sustainable business growth.

Role Summary

We are looking for a qualified Finance & Accounts professional with 5–6 years of UAE experience to manage end‑to‑end accounting, payables, receivables, and compliance with UAE VAT law, corporate tax law, and IFRS standards.

Responsibilities

1. Financial Accounting & Reporting

   Maintain complete and accurate books of accounts, including general ledger, journals, and supporting schedules in line with IFRS.
   Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and management reports.
   Perform monthly closing of accounts, accruals, provisions, and reconciliations of key balance sheet items.

2. Accounts payable

   Process supplier invoices, verify supporting documents, and ensure correct GL coding and VAT treatment.
   Manage payment runs (cheques, bank transfers, online payments), ensuring approvals are in line with company policy.
   Maintain up‑to‑date AP aging, reconcile vendor accounts, and resolve discrepancies with suppliers.

3. Accounts receivable & credit control

   Raise customer invoices, credit notes, and debit notes in accordance with contract terms and UAE VAT requirements.
   Monitor receivables, follow up on overdue balances, and implement effective credit control measures to maintain healthy cash flow.
   Reconcile customer accounts regularly and address disputes or short payments promptly.

4. UAE VAT & corporate tax compliance

   Ensure correct VAT treatment on all sales and purchase transactions; maintain proper tax invoices and documentation per FTA guidelines.
   Prepare and submit periodic UAE VAT returns, perform reconciliations between VAT ledger, trial balance, and VAT filings, and respond to FTA queries.
   Support UAE Corporate Tax (CT) compliance: maintain CT‑ready accounting records, assist in computation of taxable income, prepare documentation and schedules for CT returns and audits.

5. IFRS and internal controls

   Apply relevant IFRS standards to revenue recognition, leases, provisions, and financial instruments as applicable to the business.
   Implement and maintain robust internal controls over financial processes (AP, AR, bank, cash, fixed assets) to minimize risk and ensure data integrity.
   Identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to automation and enhancement of accounting workflows.

6. Audit and regulatory compliance

   Coordinate with external auditors for annual financial audit, including preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.
   Support internal audits and management reviews by providing accurate data and explaining variances.
   Ensure full adherence to UAE laws, regulations, and any sector‑specific compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or ACCA qualified; other equivalent professional qualifications may be considered.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Commerce from a recognized institution.

Experience

• 5–6 years of hands‑on experience in finance and accounting roles in the UAE.
• Proven exposure to UAE VAT law, UAE Corporate Tax regime, and IFRS‑based financial reporting.

Skills

• Strong technical accounting skills in AP, AR, GL, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• In‑depth knowledge of UAE VAT and FTA requirements; practical experience in VAT return filing and tax audits.
• Working knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax framework and its impact on accounting and reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Tally, or similar ERP) and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills.

Personal Attributes

• Able to work independently and take ownership of the finance function, while being a strong team player.
• Organized and capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proactive, solution‑oriented, and committed to continuous improvement of processes.