Intern Accountant

Bestaxca; Dubai; On-site; AED 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Practical accounting experience

Exposure to real client work

Guidance from experienced accountants

Excel and accounting software skills

Job summary

Bestax Chartered Accountants in Dubai is seeking a motivated Intern Accountant to support day-to-day accounting tasks during office hours. This hands-on role provides exposure to accounting, taxation, and UAE compliance within a dynamic firm.

The internship offers practical experience, mentorship from senior accountants, and an opportunity to develop Excel and accounting software skills for real client work.

Qualifications

• Recently completed a degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping
• Basic knowledge of UAE VAT is an advantage
• Proficiency in MS Excel (data entry, basic formulas)
• Willingness to learn accounting software such as Tally, QuickBooks, Xero, or Zoho Books
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Professional attitude and ability to work in a team
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Availability to work full-time during office hours
• Visa sponsorship is not provided for interns, candidates must have a valid visa to work in the UAE

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining accounting records, ledgers, and documentation
• Help with bank reconciliations and data entry
• Help prepare basic financial reports and maintain organized financial files in line with UAE compliance requirements
• Support senior accountants in audit, tax, and reporting tasks
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned
• Maintain and organize accounting documents
• Assist audit and tax teams with documentation
• Perform other assigned accounting tasks

Job description

Bestax Chartered Accountants

Bestax Chartered Accountants is a leading accounting, tax, and business consultancy firm in Dubai and Canada serving local and international clients across various industries. We are proud to be an ACCA and ICAEW Approved Employer, ensuring structured learning, professional development, and mentorship for aspiring accountants.

We are looking for a motivated Intern Accountant to support our accounting team with day-to-day financial and bookkeeping tasks. This role is ideal for candidates who want hands-on experience in accounting, taxation, and compliance within the UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining accounting records, ledgers, and documentation
• Help with bank reconciliations and data entry
• Help prepare basic financial reports and maintain organized financial files in line with UAE compliance requirements
• Support senior accountants in audit, tax, and reporting tasks
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned
• Maintain and organize accounting documents
• Assist audit and tax teams with documentation
• Perform other assigned accounting tasks
• Maintain and organize accounting documents
• Assist audit and tax teams with documentation
• Perform other assigned accounting tasks

Requirements

• Recently completed a degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping
• Basic knowledge of UAE VAT is an advantage
• Proficiency in MS Excel (data entry, basic formulas)
• Willingness to learn accounting software such as Tally, QuickBooks, Xero, or Zoho Books
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Professional attitude and ability to work in a team
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Availability to work full-time during office hours
• Visa sponsorship is not provided for interns, candidates must have a valid visa to work in the UAE

Benefits

• Practical, hands-on accounting experience
• Exposure to real client work and professional practices
• Guidance and support from experienced accountants
• Opportunity to enhance accounting and Excel skills
• Internship certificate upon successful completion