Accountant

SELECTED is partnering with a compan in Dubai to hire an experienced Accountant to join its Finance team. We are recruiting at both Accountant and Senior Accountant level, so we welcome applications from accountants with 4+ years of experience, including those already working in a senior capacity. The Role Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will manage day-to-day accounting activities and make sure financial transactions are recorded accurately, on time and in line with company policies and accounting standards. Key Responsibilities • Record and maintain accurate financial transactions in the accounting system • Review and process supplier invoices, employee expenses and payment requests • Prepare vendor payments in line with approved schedules and procedures • Perform bank, supplier, customer and general ledger reconciliations and resolve discrepancies • Manage accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and other accounting schedules • Support or lead monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities • Help prepare financial statements, management reports and supporting schedules • Monitor expenses, flag unusual variances and identify cost-saving opportunities • Support VAT calculations, documentation and filing in line with UAE regulations • Work with internal teams, vendors, customers, banks and auditors on accounting matters • Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and accounting standards What We Are Looking For • A degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field • A minimum of 4 years of accounting experience in a similar role (6+ years for the senior position) • ACCA, CA, CPA or CMA, either completed or in progress, is an advantage • Strong knowledge of reconciliations, AP, AR, general ledger and month-end close • Working knowledge of UAE VAT regulations • Proficiency in Excel and accounting or ERP systems • Strong attention to detail, sound judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision • Fluent English; a second language is a plus Why Apply This is an opportunity to join a well-established organisation in Dubai, in a finance team where accuracy, ownership and process improvement are valued. If this sounds like you, apply now and a member of the SELECTED team will be in touch. Show more Show less

A minimum of 4 years of accounting experience in a similar role (6+ years for the senior position). A degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. ACCA, CA, CPA or CMA, either completed or in progress, is an advantage. Fluent English; a second language is a plus. Strong knowledge of reconciliations, AP, AR, general ledger and month-end close. Working knowledge of UAE VAT regulations. Proficiency in Excel and accounting or ERP systems. Strong attention to detail, sound judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Record and maintain accurate financial transactions in the accounting system. Review and process supplier invoices, employee expenses and payment requests. Prepare vendor payments in line with approved schedules and procedures. Perform bank, supplier, customer and general ledger reconciliations and resolve discrepancies. Manage accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and other accounting schedules. Support or lead monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities. Help prepare financial statements, management reports and supporting schedules. Monitor expenses, flag unusual variances and identify cost-saving opportunities. Support VAT calculations, documentation and filing in line with UAE regulations. Work with internal teams, vendors, customers, banks and auditors on accounting matters. Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and accounting standards.