Junior Accountant

Emerging Market Financial Training; Dubai; On-site; AED 42,653 - 51,090; Full time

Job summary

Emerging Market Financial Training is seeking a detail-oriented accounting support professional to assist in financial reporting, transactions, and reconciliations. This role works remotely and collaborates with the finance team to ensure accurate documentation and timely closing activities.

The ideal candidate has experience with Zoho Books or similar accounting software, strong Excel skills, and excellent numerical and analytical abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience using accounting software; Zoho Books is a plus.
• Strong Excel and Office Suite knowledge.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and meet deadlines.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn and grow within the finance function.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial reports and supporting documentation.
• Record day-to-day accounting transactions accurately.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Support payroll processing by maintaining accurate employee payment records.
• Prepare and maintain accounting schedules and reconciliations.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Generate ad-hoc financial reports and data as required by management.
• Maintain organized financial records and ensure proper documentation of transactions.
• Coordinate with internal teams to obtain financial information and supporting documents.
• Support the finance team with administrative and accounting-related tasks as required.

Skills

Zoho Books experience

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Strong numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work remotely

Proactive attitude

Tools

Zoho Books

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial reports and supporting documentation
• Record day-to-day accounting transactions accurately in the accounting system
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
• Support payroll processing by maintaining accurate employee payment records
• Prepare and maintain accounting schedules and reconciliations
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities
• Generate ad-hoc financial reports and data as required by management
• Maintain organized financial records and ensure proper documentation of transactions
• Coordinate with internal teams to obtain financial information and supporting documents
• Support the finance team with administrative and accounting-related tasks as required

Qualifications

• Experience using accounting software (experience with Zoho Books is an advantage).
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while meeting deadlines.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and grow within the finance function.