Accounting Assistant

Role overview

The Finance department is hiring a full-time Accounts Receivable Junior / Assistant Accountant in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This position is suited to someone detail-focused who can manage receivables accurately, keep billing and collections on track, and support smooth financial operations while building positive relationships with customers.

What you will do

• Handle receivables and process incoming payments in line with company financial rules and procedures.
• Carry out routine accounting tasks such as checking, sorting, posting, and recording receivables information.
• Create and send invoices, receivable bills, and bank deposit entries.
• Match customer accounts and confirm that all payments are captured correctly.
• Track overdue balances and follow up to support timely payment collection.
• Look into billing differences or payment-related concerns and help resolve them.
• Prepare recurring financial reports and statements covering receivables activity.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing work.
• Keep customer records and payment documentation well organized and current.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in accounts receivable or in a junior accountant position.
• Good grasp of core accounting concepts, fair credit practices, and collection rules.
• Ability to accurately calculate, record, and manage accounting figures and financial data.
• Strong numerical ability and careful data entry skills, with close attention to detail.
• Practical experience with MS Office, especially Excel, and accounting tools such as SAP or similar ERP platforms.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with confident negotiation and a service-oriented approach.
• High standards of accuracy, discretion, and personal organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.

Preferred attributes

• Experience gained in hospitality or a service-based business will be considered an advantage.
• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• A proactive, analytical team player who can contribute positively to the finance function.