Associate Accounting Manager

Qataryello; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Job summary

Qataryello in Dubai is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage month-end close activities, prepare UAE VAT returns, and oversee office administrative functions. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of accounting experience, strong proficiency in Excel, and excellent communication skills. This role requires maintaining compliance with tax regulations and supporting budgeting cycles. Candidates must be based in the UAE and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an accounting environment.
• At least 2 years' experience handling office administration responsibilities.
• Professional accounting board membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage month end close activities including accruals, payroll entries, journals and provisions.
• Prepare and submit UAE VAT returns and assist with other indirect tax requirements.
• Partner with commercial and operational teams by providing financial insight and support.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Excellent communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business

Tools

ERP or BI systems

Job description

Our client is a global provider of products and solutions within the hospitality and services sector, supplying customers across international markets. The organisation operates in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment and is part of a larger multinational group known for strong operational standards and continuous growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage month end close activities including accruals, payroll entries, journals and provisions
• Oversee entity close processes across local accounting systems and US reporting platforms
• Maintain the nominal ledger and prepare accurate balance sheet reconciliations
• Monitor daily sales performance and maintain associated reporting and master data
• Lead margin analysis on a weekly basis and support forecast submissions
• Deliver variance analysis with clear management commentary
• Review, reconcile and resolve intercompany balances for all assigned entities
• Manage royalty and rebate accrual processes
• Update exchange rates and monitor exposure to foreign currency risk
• Act as the key point of contact for external auditors in the UAE and UK
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and segregation of duties requirements
• Prepare and submit UAE VAT returns and assist with other indirect tax requirements
• Coordinate UAE corporate tax filings, documentation and compliance with ESR regulations
• Support annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting cycles
• Build financial models that support strategic and operational decision making
• Identify and implement improvements to processes, systems and automation
• Partner with commercial and operational teams by providing financial insight and support
• Oversee HR administrative processes including onboarding documentation and compliance
• Manage Dubai office administrative functions including vendor coordination and utilities

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
• Professional accounting board membership preferred
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an accounting environment
• At least 2 years' experience handling office administration responsibilities
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong capability in other MS Office tools
• Experience with ERP or BI systems is an advantage
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced, multitasking environment
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Candidates must be based in the UAE