Assistant Accountant

Estemarat Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Dubai is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting tasks. This position involves assisting with financial reporting, handling transactions, and ensuring compliance with UAE financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 1-3 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in accounting software like Tally or QuickBooks. The role offers competitive salary, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid leave

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team and work environment

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in an accounting or finance role (UAE experience preferred).
• Fluency in English is required (Arabic is a plus).
• Immediately available candidates will be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry and maintaining financial records.
• Handle accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Prepare and process invoices and expense claims.
• Reconcile bank statements and supplier accounts.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in MS Excel

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Tally

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a detailoriented and proactive Assistant Accountant to support our finance department in managing daytoday accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will help maintain accurate financial records process transactions and assist with financial reporting and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry bookkeeping and maintaining financial records.
• Handle accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Prepare and process invoices expense claims and payment vouchers.
• Reconcile bank statements and supplier accounts.
• Support the monthly quarterly and annual closing processes.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and documentation for audits.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure proper documentation for all transactions.
• Support the Accountant or Finance Manager in budgeting and forecasting tasks.
• Monitor petty cash and ensure timely replenishment.
• Ensure compliance with VAT and UAE financial regulations.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor s degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
• Experience: 1 3 years in an accounting or finance role (UAE experience preferred).
• Skills:
  • Basic understanding of accounting principles.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software (e.g. Tally QuickBooks or ERP systems).
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Good analytical and problemsolving abilities.
• Language: Fluency in English is required (Arabic is a plus).
• Availability: Immediately available candidates will be preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance and paid leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive team and work environment