General Ledger Accountant

MIRARI SMART TECHNICAL SERVICES L.L.C S.O.C; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial services provider in Dubai is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day bookkeeping, including Accounts Payable and Receivable functions. The ideal candidate will prepare financial statements, support month-end and year-end processes, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and proficiency in accounting software like Zoho Books or Quickbooks are essential. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive and evolving financial environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of general ledger accounting experience preferred, especially in Engineering companies.
• In-depth understanding of accounting principles, taxation, and auditing.
• Ability to prepare financial statements and manage accounts payable/receivable.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day bookkeeping tasks including Accounts Payable and Receivable.
• Prepare and post accounting vouchers for employee expenses.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Skills

Fluent in English

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficient in MS Excel

Experience in accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Zoho Books

Quickbooks

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for day-to-day bookkeeping, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions such as recording supplier invoices, processing payments, and reconciling sales receipts. Ensure complete procedures, accurate figures, clear accounts, and timely reporting.
2. Responsible for reviewing employee expense reimbursements and various procurement expenses, preparing vouchers, and posting them in the ledger; promptly prepare accounting vouchers and post entries for reviewed original vouchers, accurately and timely entering them into the accounting system.
3. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow).
4. Responsible for detailed classification, accounting, and reconciliation of accounts receivable and payable, forecasting cash inflows/outflows, and monitoring liquidity.
5. Support month-end and year-end close processes, prepare adjusting and closing journal entries, set up accruals, and ensure completeness of financial records.
6. Handle various tax-related tasks, conduct tax planning, and prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns.
7. Improve financial documents and related reports and attachments to support external audits and other related work.
8. Keep abreast of new changes in accounting standards and adjustments to accounting policies, and provide advice on accounting treatment for the company's financial statements and new business operations.
9. Undertake ad hoc duties when assigned.

Skills

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; with fluency in English and English can be used as a working language.
2. 3-5 years of general ledger accounting experience preferred; experience in Engineering companies is a plus.
3. Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software such as Zoho Books and Quickbooks.
4. Excellent analytical skills, strong communication and coordination abilities, and a strong sense of responsibility and dedication.
5. In-depth understanding of accounting principles, taxation, auditing, and related policies.