Accountant - Payroll & Multi-Company Accounting

Overview

This position is with a staffing and recruiting business that operates through a group structure. The role calls for an accounting specialist who can manage demanding payroll and finance workflows, especially for outsourced personnel payroll, multi-entity bookkeeping, and intercompany activity.

The selected candidate will help ensure accuracy in financial records, regulatory compliance, and day-to-day accounting operations across several business entities. This is a hands-on role for someone who can bring order to payroll, billing, reconciliations, and reporting in a multi-company setup.

Responsibilities

• Run the full payroll cycle for large employee groups, including teams of more than 1,000 people
• Make sure salary payments are processed on time and in line with UAE rules and WPS requirements
• Complete payroll reconciliations and prepare related reports
• Keep payroll records accurate across several entities
• Handle accounting activities for multiple companies or business units
• Prepare both consolidated and entity-wise financial statements
• Track intercompany allocations carefully and reconcile them correctly
• Post and match intercompany balances and transactions
• Maintain proper supporting records and compliance between entities
• Keep cost allocations and fund transfers accurate
• Manage client billing and vendor invoicing activities
• Maintain accuracy in accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Track unpaid amounts and follow up on collections
• Create VAT-compliant invoices
• Assist with audits and provide the needed financial records and documents

Requirements

• Background in recruitment, staffing, outsourcing, or manpower supply businesses
• Prior responsibility for payroll processing for more than 1,000 employees
• Experience handling payroll and client invoicing in the same position
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, ideally in a multi-company environment
• Working knowledge of UAE VAT and tax rules
• Practical experience with bank reconciliations and intercompany accounting
• Comfort using accounting tools such as Tally, SAP, QuickBooks, or similar software
• Experience coordinating with payroll teams, finance managers, auditors, and client representatives
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken
• Arabic skills will be considered an advantage

Additional Information

This opportunity is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and is a full-time onsite role. The salary was not specified. No vacancy count, start date, or application deadline was provided.

About the Employer

Experts Plus Recruitment Services operates as part of a broader group of companies in the staffing and recruiting sector.