Dubai Management Accountant – 9-Month Contract

A&O Shearman; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A&O Shearman in Dubai is recruiting a Management Accountant on a 9-month fixed-term contract to join the Finance team. The role focuses on delivering timely, accurate financial information and supporting UAE reporting and compliance.

Key duties include general ledger processing, UAE VAT filings, balance sheet reconciliations, month-end close, budgeting support, and liaising with auditors. Strong numeracy, Excel proficiency and professional accounting qualification are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree educated and professionally qualified accountant.
• Strong numeracy, analytical, and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process general ledger transactions and postings.
• Support UAE VAT filings and statutory reporting requirements.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation.
• Liaise with external auditors and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Numeracy

Analytical

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Professional accounting qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A&O Shearman in Dubai is recruiting a Management Accountant on a 9-month fixed-term contract to join the Finance team. The role focuses on delivering timely, accurate financial information and supporting UAE reporting and compliance.

Key duties include general ledger processing, UAE VAT filings, balance sheet reconciliations, month-end close, budgeting support, and liaising with auditors. Strong numeracy, Excel proficiency and professional accounting qualification are essential.