Accountant (Freelance or Full-Time)

ARK HR Management Consultancy; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in the hospitality sector is seeking an Accountant to support early-stage financial operations in Dubai. The role may be structured as freelance or full-time, focusing on daily operations, compliance with UAE regulations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have 5-8 years of finance experience, strong knowledge of UAE accounting, and exposure to US financial reporting. This position is vital for managing financial matters across two entities.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of relevant finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of UAE compliance requirements.
• Experience with US financial reporting desired.

Responsibilities

• Support daily financial operations.
• Manage accounting and reporting for two entities.
• Take ownership of finance-related matters as they arise.

Skills

UAE accounting knowledge

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Budget tracking

Expense control

Job description

About the job Accountant (Freelance or Full-Time)

Accountant

(Freelance or Full-Time | Early-Stage Setup | Luxury Residences & Hospitality)

A client operating in the luxury serviced residences and hospitality sector is seeking an Accountant to support the early-stage and ongoing financial operations of the business across two entities.

The businesses are already licensed and set up; however, as an early-stage operation, the role requires a hands‑on and practical finance professional who can support daily operations and take ownership of finance‑related matters as they arise, working closely with the founders.

The engagement may be structured as freelance (part‑time) or full‑time, depending on the suitability of the candidate.

Scope of Role

• Support day‑to‑day financial operations during the early stage of the business
• Take ownership of finance-related matters as they arise, ensuring timely follow‑up and resolution
• Manage basic accounting, reporting, and cash flow monitoring for two entities
• Support budget tracking and expense control
• Ensure UAE compliance requirements are met
• Support US financial reporting and tax coordination, with guidance from external advisors where required
• Assist founders by providing practical financial information needed for decision‑making
• Liaise with external parties only as required (e.g., accountants, banks, service providers)

Candidate Profile

• 5–8 years of relevant finance experience
• Strong working knowledge of UAE accounting, reporting, and compliance
• Exposure to US financial reporting and/or tax filing is required
• Experience supporting start‑up, early‑stage, or small growing businesses