Staff Accountant

Justlife; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative tech startup in Dubai is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its dynamic Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of a leading home services app, where you will manage financial records, support audits, and ensure compliance with regulations. With a focus on continuous learning and a vibrant workplace culture, you will play a key role in shaping the future of the company. If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for finance, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Extra vacation on birthday

Free Justlife credits

Team-building activities

Continuous learning opportunities

Performance Management System

Employee Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial management and reporting.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and UAE tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely booking of invoices and maintain financial records.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Collaborate with departments on budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Financial Management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CPA certifications

Tools

Quickbooks

Zoho

Google Sheets

Power BI

MS Excel

Job description

Justlife is rocking the region with its beautifully designed for all home services app and looking for brilliant minds and skilled professionals who can think outside the box and have a limit that defies the sky.

Do you envision shaping the future of all home services in one of the fast-growing tech startups based in Dubai?

Come onboard and dedicate yourself to becoming #everydaybetter!

Take over a key role as a Staff Accountant in the Finance department and be a part of this exciting adventure of never-ending growth and success.

What we expect from you:

• Ensure timely booking of all invoices & payments and keep financial records updated
• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and reconcile financial accounts
• Support in month-end and year-end closing process
• Analyze financial discrepancies and resolve issues promptly
• Execute accounts payable functions, ensuring timely payments
• Support in preparing and submitting VAT returns in compliance with UAE regulations
• Collaborate with internal departments to support budgeting and forecasting activities
• Assist in internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and data
• Ensure accurate recording of fixed assets and prepare depreciation schedules
• Review and validate expense reports for compliance with company policies
• Conduct bank reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies
• Contribute to the development of accounting policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency
• Maintain proper filing systems for accounting records and documentation
• Supporting line manager and department head with any ad-hoc reports or requirements

What we are looking for:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Certifications are an added plus - ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CPA
• Experience:
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in financial management, reporting, and analysis
  • Proven track record of working in or with companies operating in the Middle East region
• Knowledge:
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP, IFRS reporting standards, UAE/KSA tax regulations, and compliance
  • Understanding of the business environment, cultural nuances, regulatory landscape, and market dynamics in Middle Eastern countries
• Skills:
  • Experience with reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
  • Exceptional analytical skills with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficient in Quickbooks, Zoho, Google Sheets, Power Bi and MS Excel
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • High level understanding of accounting principles and tax regulations
• Personality:
  • Self-driven, proactive, and strong team player with the ability to work independently when required
  • Strong focus on process improvement and continuous learning

PERKS OF BEING A PART of JUSTLIFE

Nothing would replace the start-up spirit, working with an evolving culture and fulfilling workplace! And, we offer you benefits like:

• Flexible working hours and remote working arrangements depending on the job.
• One-day extra vacation on your birthday with our JustHoliday!
• Free Justlife credits so you can enjoy our own services.
• Work reality escapes opportunities through team-building games, challenges, and many more activities.

We improve you

• Working with a great team and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Continuous learning with mentorship, coaching, on-the-job, and internal-external training.
• Never-ending growth and fast career development and internal career opportunities.
• A fair and objective Performance Management System.

We recognize you

• Ignition of the hero in you through our ‘JustHeroes’ Reward and Recognition Program.
• Availability of company discounts and gift vouchers.
• A bonus for every successful Employee Referral.

ABOUT US

At Justlife, we envision a life without any chores that keep you from doing what you really want to.

Justlife is the region’s leading super app for home services. We connect individual needs with on-demand services, through our innovative marketplace platform.

We helped digitalize the cleaning service industry in UAE, back in 2015, and have been expanding our services from home cleaning alone to serving all our customer’s needs at home across the GCC. We now offer home cleaning, salon & spa at home, healthcare at home, maintenance & repairs, upholstery cleaning, pest control & disinfection, moving and packing, and car cleaning, and many more.

We built a network of thousands of trained professionals and served over 6 million sessions across UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Qatar and Oman. With a team of 200+ full-timers and over 1000 service professionals, we pride ourselves in having created a culture that puts people first.

We promise our customers stellar service, our suppliers a valuable partner, our professionals a better life, and our employees a work environment where they can be their best versions of themselves.

Join the tribe and let’s become #everydaybetter, together!