Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant

IoT-UC; Dubai; On-site; AED 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

IoT-UC is seeking a Finance Assistant to support daily accounting tasks in the UAE, including processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations. The role also covers accounts payable/receivable, month-end closings, and basic financial reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or a related field, with strong numerical, analytical, and organizational skills. Proficiency in Excel and accounting software is required, with VAT knowledge considered

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in finance or accounting is advantageous.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
• Experience with invoices, payments, reconciliations, and financial records.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office.
• Experience with QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or accounting systems advantageous.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of UAE accounting practices and VAT advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support daily finance and accounting activities.
• Process invoices, receipts, payment requests, and financial documents.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Perform bank, supplier, customer, and ledger reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Assist with payments, expense claims, and petty cash.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and payment schedules.
• Prepare basic financial reports, schedules, and summaries.
• Verify invoices, receipts, purchase orders, and supporting documents.
• Support monthly and annual financial closing.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and basic financial analysis.
• Coordinate with suppliers, customers, banks, and internal departments.
• Support audit, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate discrepancies and payment-related issues.
• Maintain confidentiality and support finance process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical & analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Related field diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Role Description A Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant supports daily accounting and finance activities, including financial records, invoices, payments, reconciliations, and administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily finance and accounting activities.
• Process invoices, receipts, payment requests, and financial documents.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Perform bank, supplier, customer, and ledger reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Assist with payments, expense claims, and petty cash.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and payment schedules.
• Prepare basic financial reports, schedules, and summaries.
• Verify invoices, receipts, purchase orders, and supporting documents.
• Support monthly and annual financial closing.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and basic financial analysis.
• Coordinate with suppliers, customers, banks, and internal departments.
• Support audit, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate discrepancies and payment-related issues.
• Maintain confidentiality and support finance process improvements.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Previous experience in finance, accounting, or administrative support is advantageous.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
• Experience with invoices, payments, reconciliations, and financial records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Quick Books, SAP, Oracle, or accounting systems is advantageous.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of UAE accounting practices and VAT is advantageous.
• Professional, reliable, organized, and proactive approach.