Junior Accountant

Noorka Logistics; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Noorka Logistics in Dubai seeks a motivated Junior Accountant to support daily financial operations and help maintain accurate records. The role offers an opportunity to learn accounting practices within a logistics-focused environment.

The ideal candidate has a basic understanding of accounting principles, strong numerical skills, and the ability to work with suppliers and customers, under guidance from a senior accountant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Freshers with relevant qualifications may be considered.
• Familiarity with accounts payable/receivable and bank reconciliation.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of Tally, QuickBooks or Zoho Books.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Effective written and verbal communication in English.
• Ability to work independently with senior guidance.
• Willingness to learn and coordinate with cross-department teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Record daily transactions, including invoices, receipts, payments, and expenses.
• Prepare and process customer invoices and supplier bills.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Verify invoices, POs, receipts and supporting documents before processing.
• Reconcile bank statements and ledger balances.
• Maintain records using spreadsheets and accounting software.
• Assist with monthly financial reports and expense summaries.
• Monitor outstanding payments and assist with follow-ups.
• Track operational expenses related to transportation, warehousing, and logistics services.
• Assist with petty cash management and cash transaction records.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger under supervision.
• Organize documents for internal reviews and audits.
• Identify discrepancies and report to senior accountant.
• Coordinate with departments to collect invoices and financial data.
• Ensure transactions are recorded accurately and by deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting/Finance/Commerce

Tools

Excel

Tally

QuickBooks

Zoho Books

Job description

Noorka Logistics is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support its accounting and financial operations in Dubai. The ideal candidate should have a basic understanding of accounting principles, good numerical skills, and the ability to maintain accurate financial records. This role is suitable for someone who is eager to develop their accounting knowledge while contributing to the smooth financial management of logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and accounting documentation.
• Record daily financial transactions, including invoices, receipts, payments, and expenses.
• Support the preparation and processing of customer invoices and supplier bills.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Verify invoices, purchase orders, receipts, and other supporting documents before processing transactions.
• Help reconcile bank statements, supplier accounts, customer accounts, and ledger balances.
• Maintain and update accounting records using spreadsheets and accounting software.
• Assist with preparing monthly financial reports, expense summaries, and transaction statements.
• Monitor outstanding customer payments and assist with payment follow-ups.
• Support the accounts team in tracking operational expenses related to transportation, warehousing, and logistics services.
• Assist with petty cash management and maintain proper records of cash transactions.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with maintaining the general ledger under the supervision of a senior accountant.
• Organize and maintain financial documents for internal reviews and external audits.
• Identify discrepancies in accounting records and report them to the senior accountant.
• Coordinate with other departments to collect invoices, receipts, and financial information.
• Ensure that financial transactions are recorded accurately and within the required deadlines.
• Maintain the confidentiality of financial information and follow company accounting procedures.

Requirements And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Previous experience in accounting or bookkeeping is an advantage; freshers with relevant qualifications may also be considered.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles, bookkeeping, and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of accounting software such as Tally, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, or similar systems is beneficial.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness to learn and work under the guidance of senior accounting staff.
• Ability to work independently while cooperating with colleagues across departments.
• Professional attitude, honesty, and a strong sense of responsibility.

Preferred Skills

• Basic understanding of logistics-related expenses, vendor invoices, and customer billing.
• Familiarity with financial documentation and recordkeeping procedures.
• Ability to prepare spreadsheets, transaction summaries, and simple financial reports.
• Good time management skills and the ability to meet accounting deadlines.
• Knowledge of UAE VAT documentation and tax compliance procedures is an advantage.

Conclusion

The Junior Accountant position at Noorka Logistics offers an opportunity to build practical accounting experience in Dubai while supporting the company’s financial activities. Candidates with a strong foundation in accounting, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to accuracy can develop their professional skills while contributing to efficient financial recordkeeping and the company’s ongoing logistics operations.