Finance Associate (Client Accountant)

Ohio Society of CPAs; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi family office is seeking a Financial Accountant to handle bookkeeping and financial reporting across various industries. This role offers exposure to international markets and excellent career progression opportunities, requiring a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting and experience in VAT returns.

Benefits

Exposure to multiple geographies

Excellent Career Progression & Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in financial or business advisory services.
• Prior experience with VAT return preparation and submission.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping and prepare bank reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and budgets for clients.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Excel

Job description

• Exposure to multiple geographies
• Excellent Career Progression & Benefits

About Our Client

The client is a multi family office with global operations.

Job Description

• Perform bookkeeping and prepare regular bank reconciliations.
• Preparing financial statements for various clients across different industries on a monthly and annual basis.
• Preparing budgets and forecasts for various clients.
• Gathering financial information, preparing documents, and ensuring the timely closure of the client's books.
• Preparing quarterly VAT returns and providing related advisory support for clients.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
• Conducting technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
• Support the processing of invoices, employee expenses, and payments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Contribute to the production of monthly management reports and annual statutory accounts.
• Maintain a strong understanding of relevant accounting standards and ensure compliance.
• Ensure all internal and external reporting deadlines are consistently met.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations aligned with industry best practices.
• Prepare and process journals, ensuring correct treatment of accruals and prepayments.
• Perform variance analysis to support performance tracking and decision-making.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as required.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in financial or business advisory services.
• Prior experience with VAT return preparation and submission.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in cloud-based accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online).
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to tasks.
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple offices.

Additional Attributes:

• Commercial mindset with an interest in business development and client relationship management.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and committed to maintaining confidentiality.

What's on Offer

• Exposure to multiple geographies
• Excellent Career Progression & Benefits

Contact
Asma Siddiqui

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