Junior Accountant

SUMWON STUDIOS; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-fashion firm in Dubai seeks a Junior Accountant. Responsible for daily accounting operations, month-end close support, and financial reporting. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, up to 3 years of experience, and proficiency in accounting software. Join a dynamic team redefining fashion.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

30% employee discount

Ongoing learning opportunities

Company social events

Qualifications

• Around 1–3 years of accounting experience or internship exposure preferred.
• Familiarity with VAT compliance, especially UAE VAT.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations and bookkeeping.
• Assist with month-end close and prepare journal entries.
• Draft preliminary financial reports and ensure compliance.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Knowledge of IFRS standards

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

SAP

NetSuite

Tally

Xero

Job description

Overview

Location: Dubai

Reports to: Accountant

Company: Sumwon Studios

About Sumwon Studios

Sumwon Studios is building the next generation of global fashion brands - fast, digitally native, and culturally relevant. With deep roots in product, process, and performance - and supported by SHEIN’s world-class infrastructure - we’re redefining what it means to build and scale brand-led businesses in the on-demand era.

The Role

As a Junior Accountant, you will be the backbone of our finance team—handling daily accounting operations, helping to close accounting periods, and supporting financial control in a fast‑moving e‑commerce environment. This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive individual looking to build a career in fashion accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Accounting & Bookkeeping
• Record daily financial transactions: sales, expenses, invoices, and receipts.
• Process accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) with accurate coding and approvals.
• Handle petty cash, staff reimbursements.
• Reconciliations & Month-End Support
• Perform regular bank reconciliations, cash postings, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with month‑end close by preparing journal entries and supporting schedules.
• Financial Reporting
• Draft and compile preliminary financial reports (P&L, cash flows, variance analyses).
• Track expenses, revenue, and inventory-related costs to support margin analysis.
• Compliance & Audit Support
• Maintain clearly organized and accessible financial records.
• Participate in internal or external audits by supporting documentation and ad hoc requests.
• Assist with VAT or tax filings and compliance (e.g., UAE VAT).
• Collaboration & Document Control
• Support senior accountants, finance managers, and cross‑functional teams (e.g., operations, supply chain).
• Help create or maintain process documentation for finance workflows and internal controls.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (recent graduates welcome).
• Around 1–3 years of accounting experience or internship exposure, especially within e-commerce, retail or fast-fashion is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas) and familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, NetSuite, Tally, Xero).
• Knowledge of IFRS standards and VAT compliance (particularly UAE VAT) is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Accuracy & Thoroughness: Ensure every transaction is correctly recorded and reconciled.
• Dependability: Play a vital and trustworthy role in month-end closings and day-to-day operations.
• Growth Mindset: Engage with continuous learning; contribute to evolving accounting processes and systems.

What we\'ll bring

• 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 after your first year
• 30% employee discount across all SUMWON STUDIOS brands
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Company social events
• The coolest colleagues you can find

Why Join Us?

• SUMWON STUDIOS is redefining fast fashion with a forward-thinking approach. Join a creative, ambitious team, and help us build a brand that resonates.