General Accountant

Nathan & Nathan; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Dubai seeks a detail-oriented General Accountant to handle financial reporting, reconciliations, and tax preparations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting and 2-3 years of experience in the UAE, along with strong analytical and organizational skills. Proficiency with accounting software is crucial for this deadline-driven role.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience as a General Accountant in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and UAE tax laws.
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records, including reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Reconcile bank statements to financial discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

MS Excel

Job description

Job Summary

Detail-oriented and experienced General Accountant to assist in the financial reporting and reconciliation of various accounts.

The ideal candidate should have strong accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and proficiency in accounting software.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records, including general ledger entries, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Reconcile bank statements and financial discrepancies by analyzing account details.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports.
• Assist in tax preparation, including VAT and corporate tax.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting;
• Proven experience as a General Accountant in the UAE (2 to 3 years experience).
• CPA or equivalent certification (preferred but not required).
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and UAE tax laws.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and well versed in MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a firm yet diplomatic approach to collections.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple entities and prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in a multi-entity or Group structure.
• Background in a service-based business model.