Intern Accountant, Dubai

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

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Dubai is seeking a motivated accounting intern to assist with maintaining financial records, completing bank reconciliations, and preparing financial reports. Candidates should have recently completed a degree in Accounting or Finance and possess a basic understanding of accounting principles. The internship offers practical experience and mentorship from experienced accountants, along with an internship certificate upon successful completion.

Benefits

Hands-on accounting experience

Exposure to real client work

Mentorship from experienced accountants

Internship certificate upon completion

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining accounting records, ledgers, and documentation.
• Help with bank reconciliations and data entry.
• Prepare basic financial reports and maintain organized financial files.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn accounting software

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

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.

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
• 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

Immediately after submitting your application, you must complete our mandatory pre‑screening assessment via the link provided in our acknowledgment email.

Only candidates who complete the assessment will be considered for the next stage.