Assistant Accountant

Eurotrousers; Sharjah; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Sharjah is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to maintain financial records, prepare statements and manage payroll processing. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and demonstrate proficiency in accounting principles and software like QuickBooks or SAP. The role demands strong analytical skills and the ability to ensure compliance with tax laws. Join our team and contribute to our company's financial health.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting or finance required.
• Proficient in accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and transactions.
• Prepare financial statements including balance sheets and income statements.
• Reconcile financial accounts for accuracy.
• Process payroll and prepare tax returns.
• Participate in audits to ensure financial integrity.

Skills

Accounting principles

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Accuracy

Confidentiality

Accounting software proficiency (e.g. QuickBooks, SAP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining Financial Records: accurately record all financial transactions, including income, expenses, assets, and liabilities.
• Preparing Financial Statements: prepare essential financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements to provide insights into the company's financial health.
• Reconciling Accounts: reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other financial accounts to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Payroll Processing: calculate and process employee paychecks.
• Tax Preparation: prepare and file tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
• Auditing: participate in internal and external audits to verify the accuracy of financial information.

Essential Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in accounting principles, bookkeeping, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and identify trends.
• Effective communication skills to convey financial information to finance and non-finance professionals.
• Accuracy and meticulousness for maintaining reliable financial records.
• Ability to identify and resolve financial issues.
• Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical financial practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software like QuickBooks or SAP, and advanced knowledge of GAAP and tax regulations.