Accountant (UAE National)

NEP Middle East & Asia; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company based in Dubai is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in finance/accounting, proficiency in MS Office, and a strong attention to detail. This role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a collaborative team focused on financial integrity and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in Finance/Accounting.
• Proficiency in MS Office required.
• Experience with Accounts Payable preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Prepare month-end closing schedules and financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and tax requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Proactiveness

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word)

SAP

Oracle Netsuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Zoho

Job description

Career Opportunities with NEP Singapore, India & MENA

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Reporting to: Finance Manager, NEP Middle East

Business Unit: NEP Middle East

Location: Dubai

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Purpose of the Role

The Accountant plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of NEP Middle East’s financial operations across the ME region. This role is responsible for managing accounts payable and receivable processes, maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month‑end and year‑end closing activities, and ensuring adherence to statutory and tax requirements in both the UAE and KSA. By providing accurate reporting, effective cash flow management, and proactive stakeholder collaboration, the Accountant contributes to the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the business.

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• Responsible for Accounts Payable / Receivable functions such as processing of customer / vendor invoices, customer receipts / vendor payments, travel and entertainment claims (Pemo / Concur) and account reconciliations.
• Liaise with respective departments to ensure customer receipts and vendor payments are properly approved, processed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Update cash flow forecasts for both UAE and KSA operations.
• Responsible for preparing month end closing schedules which includes prepayments and accruals.
• Perform reconciliation to supplier statements, respond to customer / vendor enquiries and ensure issues are addressed promptly.
• Assists in statutory audit requirements and ensure compliance to policies.
• Prepare and manage the financial and statutory reporting process for both UAE and KSA entities.
• Preparation of tax related filings such as Corporate Tax, VAT and Withholding Tax.
• Prepare and assist on Fixed Asset recording process & reconciliation.
• Assist in other ad‑hoc assignments as required

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Job Requirements

• Must possess minimum Bachelor Degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Min 5 years of relevant working experience in Finance/Accounting department, Accounts Payable experience is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office such as Excel and Word.
• Able to work in a fast paced & dynamic environment with excellent time management skills to meet work deadlines.
• Meticulous with an eye for details, proactive, keen to learn and possess a positive attitude.
• Able to work independently and as a team.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in English, orally and in writing.
• Working experience in SAP, Oracle Netsuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Zoho a plus, but not essential.