Finance Intern

Middlesex University Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 25,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Dubai is seeking an aspiring finance professional to support the Finance department. The role involves daily maintenance of accounting records, project ownership, and assisting with financial statements. Candidates should have 0-1 years of experience and an undergraduate degree or relevant qualifications in accountancy or finance, alongside strong communication and math skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 0-1 years' experience in accounting field.
• Studying or completed an undergraduate degree in Accountancy/Finance.
• Outcome driven attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the team across a range of projects.
• Assist with daily maintenance of accounting records.
• Manage invoicing clients and A/R process.

Skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Proficiency in MS Office

Proficiency in Zoho

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accountancy/Finance

ACCA

CA

CPA

CIMA

Job description

Job Description

The role offers real responsibilities from day one with specified projects to complete to add real value to the Finance department. It is the perfect opportunity for an aspiring finance professional to develop their skills and experience.

Job Tasks

• We are looking for someone to join and support the team across a range of projects.
• Project that you would take ownership of would include:
• Daily maintenance of accounting books and records
• Daily posting of journal entries of cash and accrual transactions and ensuring all transactions are recorded and documented in accordance with company policies
• Invoicing clients and managing A/R process
• Petty-cash management and reconciliation
• Monthly reconciliation of general-ledger accounts; timely identification and resolution of the issues
• Assisting the Finance team with financial statement preparation and monthly closing for all entities
• Assisting with quarterly VAT filing and ensuring compliance with GCC VAT framework
• Assisting with annual audits
• Assisting with various ad hoc reports for management
• Monitoring and creating controls and suggesting process improvements
• Identify business opportunities by finding prospects and evaluating their position in the industry

Requirements

• Minimum 0-1 years' experience in accounting field
• Studying or completed undergraduate degree in Accountancy/Finance and/or qualifications in
• ACCA, CA, CPA or CIMA
• Outcome driven attitude
  Good communication skills
• Expertise in numbers and good math skills
• Good organization skills
• Detail oriented
• Proficient in MS Office & Zoho