Accountant

Overview

This role is suited to a finance professional who can manage day-to-day accounting activity, produce accurate reports, handle reconciliations, and support audit and compliance work. The position also calls for good communication skills and practical business judgment.

Core Accounting Duties

• Maintain the general ledger with accurate journal entries and ensure all postings comply with accounting standards.
• Record financial activity promptly and correctly across the accounting system.
• Support the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow reports.
• Carry out month-end and year-end closing tasks.
• Review financial data and prepare reports that meet internal and regulatory requirements.
• Assist the Finance Manager with documentation needed for ICV Certification.
• Prepare payroll-related entries and support payroll processing.

Accounts Payable

• Process supplier invoices and project-related invoice postings for payment.
• Check invoices, purchase orders, and supporting paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
• Arrange payments through bank transfer, cheque, or WPS where relevant.
• Confirm that all payments are properly approved before release.
• Match vendor statements, investigate differences, and clear invoice issues.
• Keep AP records current in the accounting system.
• Track payment due dates to prevent delays, late fees, and penalties.
• Prepare ageing reports and payment-related cash flow forecasts.
• Work with procurement and other teams to resolve invoice and payment queries.
• Support accruals, closing activities, and audit requests connected to payables.
• Follow company procedures and applicable financial regulations in all AP work.

Accounts Receivable

• Oversee customer accounts and receivable transactions.
• Issue invoices, statements, and credit notes accurately and on schedule.
• Monitor collections and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Coordinate with customers to resolve overdue payments.
• Reconcile customer accounts and address billing discrepancies.
• Keep receivables records accurate and up to date.
• Prepare ageing summaries and flag collection risks to management.
• Coordinate with sales and operations teams on billing and customer-related concerns.
• Support month-end reporting, closing, and audit requirements for AR.
• Ensure receivables activity remains aligned with company policy and financial rules.

Tax, Compliance, and Audit Support

• Assist with tax filings such as VAT, corporate tax, and payroll tax in line with local laws.
• Prepare reports and submissions for the Finance Manager, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders.
• Support external and internal audits by providing records, documents, and explanations when needed.
• Contribute to compliance activities involving VAT, UAE corporate tax, and withholding tax.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related discipline is required.
• The candidate should be able to read, interpret, and analyze financial statements and periodical reports.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office is expected.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in the UAE is required.
• Experience with ERP and accounting platforms such as SAP Ariba, Tally ERP, and QuickBooks is relevant to the role.
• Familiarity with payroll processing, WPS, ICV Certification, VAT, UAE corporate tax, and withholding tax is important.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates.

The vacancy is for a professional who can handle accounting operations across reporting, reconciliations, payables, receivables, taxation, and audit support.

No salary, stipend, or number of openings was specified.