Assistant Manager- Accounting and Tax

Flatgigs; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting platform in Dubai seeks a skilled accountant with strong UAE experience. This role includes managing client portfolios, handling VAT and corporate tax filings, and innovating processes with automation tools. Ideal candidates have ACCA/ACA/CA qualifications, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in cloud accounting platforms. A confident communication style is essential for diverse stakeholder interactions. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to thrive in a startup environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years solid UAE accounting & tax experience across multiple industries.
• Strong UAE VAT & Corporate Tax expertise with independent filing capability.
• Startup-ready mindset with a 'roll-up-your-sleeves' attitude.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end client onboarding and monthly close processes.
• Provide seamless coverage during Manager's leave for uninterrupted client service.
• Champion automation tool rollouts and spearhead process improvements.

Skills

Cloud accounting platforms (Zoho Books, QuickBooks, Odoo, Xero)

Advanced Excel

Confident communication style

Education

ACCA/ACA/CA completed or final stages

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing AI-powered accounting & tax platform revolutionizing how UAE startups and SMEs manage their finances. They blend expert accountants with cutting-edge automation to deliver precise bookkeeping, seamless compliance, and actionable financial insights.

Core Responsibilities

• Client Portfolio Management: Own end-to-end client onboarding, monthly close processes, and VAT/CT filings
• Leadership Support: Provide seamless coverage during Manager's leave, ensuring uninterrupted client service
• Process Innovation: Champion automation tool rollouts and spearhead process improvements across the team
• Technical Execution: Handle journal entries, reconciliations, and compliance work across multiple accounting platforms
• Client Relations: Maintain confident, professional relationships across diverse industry verticals

Essential Requirements

• Qualification: ACCA/ACA/CA completed or final stages
• Experience: Minimum 2 years solid UAE accounting & tax experience across multiple industries
• Technical Proficiency: Cloud accounting platforms (Zoho Books, QuickBooks, Odoo, Xero) and advanced Excel
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong UAE VAT & Corporate Tax expertise with independent filing capability
• Mindset: Startup-ready with genuine "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude—comfortable owning detailed work while eyeing bigger responsibilities
• Client-Facing: Confident, articulate communication style for diverse stakeholder interactions