Senior Accountant

Qataryello; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Qataryello, a well-established investment management firm in the UAE, is looking for an accountant to manage financial records, ensure compliance, and support financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of accounting experience, strong technical knowledge, and a proactive approach.

Responsibilities include preparing accounts, managing payments, supporting VAT filings, and contributing to ERP projects. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and be experienced with MS Dynamics. This position is based in Dubai.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of accounting experience, ideally within financial services or a regulated environment.
• Experience with VAT, UAE Corporate Tax, and audit processes is advantageous.
• Candidates must be currently based in the UAE.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Produce monthly management accounts with variance analysis.

Skills

Accounting experience

Financial reporting knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional qualification (ACCA, ACA, CPA)

Tools

MS Dynamics systems

Job description

Our client is a well-established and regulated investment management firm operating in the UAE, focused on delivering sophisticated financial solutions across global markets. The business works with a diverse investor base and offers a range of asset management products within a structured and compliance-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records, including general ledger reconciliations
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely financial reporting
• Produce monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis
• Perform bank reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments schedules
• Manage accounts payable and receivable activities, including aged receivables tracking
• Process bank payments, supplier invoices, and employee expense reimbursements
• Assist with preparation and submission of UAE VAT and Corporate Tax filings
• Support external audit processes, including coordination and documentation
• Maintain and enhance internal financial controls and process documentation
• Contribute to ERP implementation projects, including testing and post-implementation support
• Liaise with internal teams, banks, and external service providers to support finance operations
• Provide ad‑hoc financial analysis and reporting support as required
• Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners

Qualifications

• Candidates must be currently based in the UAE
• 3-6 years of accounting experience, ideally within financial services or a regulated environment
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge
• Experience with MS Dynamics systems is mandatory
• Exposure to VAT, UAE Corporate Tax, and audit processes is advantageous
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, ACA, or CPA, either completed or in progress
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Proactive and hands‑on approach with strong problem‑solving skills