General Accountant

Innovo Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Dubai is looking for a General Accountant to manage daily accounting operations, prepare journal entries, assist with audits, and support financial reporting. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, has 2–4 years of experience, and is proficient in ERP systems and Excel. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, accuracy, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Experience with ERP systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting entries including AP, AR, GL and bank transactions.
• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end closing.
• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Monitor supplier statements and prepare payment runs.
• Assist with budget preparation and data consolidation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time-management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)

Excel

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Purpose of the Role

The General Accountant supports the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate bookkeeping, timely reporting and full compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The role maintains reliable financial records, supports month-end close, and assists with audits, budgeting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Accounting Operations

• Manage daily accounting entries including AP, AR, GL and bank transactions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and supporting documentation.
• Process invoices, payments, expense claims and petty cash in line with policy.
• Conduct regular bank, vendor and customer reconciliations.

Month-End and Year-End Closing

• Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, prepayments, provisions, allocations).
• Support the month-end close process to ensure accurate and timely financial results.
• Assist in preparing trial balances and schedules for management review.
• Support year-end closing activities and preparation of audit files.

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and internal reports.
• Ensure all financial transactions comply with accounting standards and company policies.
• Support external and internal audits by preparing required documents and responding to queries.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Monitor supplier statements, prepare payment runs and resolve discrepancies.
• Follow up on customer collections, issue statements and ensure proper allocation.
• Maintain accurate aging reports and elevate issues where required.

Budgeting and Analysis

• Assist with budget preparation and data consolidation.
• Conduct basic variance analysis on actuals versus budget.
• Provide financial data and insights to support business decisions.

Systems and Process Improvement

• Maintain data accuracy in the accounting system (ERP/SAP/Oracle/other).
• Support process improvements to strengthen controls and efficiency.
• Ensure proper filing, documentation and record retention.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) is an advantage.
• Proficient in Excel and financial reporting tools.

Skills & Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidentiality and integrity in handling financial data.