Junior Accountant (225-901)

TALENTMATE; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing recruitment and staffing company in Sharjah is seeking a Junior Accountant to support day-to-day operations. The role involves maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and assisting with audits, making it an ideal opportunity for recent graduates to gain valuable experience and mentorship in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Previous internship or work experience in accounting preferred.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports for stakeholders.
• Maintain financial records by posting transactions into the accounting system.
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

Join our growing team as a Junior Accountant, where you will leverage your financial acuity and eagerness to learn to support our accounting department's day-to-day operations. As a Junior Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and assisting with audits, billing, and invoicing efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or those starting their accounting careers to gain valuable experience and mentorship in a dynamic work environment. You will work closely with senior accountants and the accounting manager to ensure accuracy in financial documentation and compliance with financial regulations. A successful candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior accountants in preparing financial statements and reports for stakeholders.
• Maintain financial records by accurately posting transactions into the accounting system.
• Reconcile accounts, verifying transactions and resolving discrepancies and variances.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes with timely submissions.
• Assist in processing invoices, payments, and expense reports with accuracy.
• Coordinate with other departments to collect and verify financial data and documents.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and assist with journal entry adjustments as needed.
• Participate in audits, preparing documentation, and following up on discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with financial procedures and company policies at all times.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of improved accounting processes.
• Assist with the preparation of tax documents and filings as required by law.
• Continuously update knowledge of industry trends and accounting standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Previous internship or work experience in accounting is preferred.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel for financial analysis.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar platforms.
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for team collaboration.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple responsibilities under tight deadlines.

Job Details

Role Level: Mid-Level

Work Type: Full-Time

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Sharjah

Company Website: https://www.talentmate.com

Job Function: Accounting

Sector: Recruitment & Staffing