Assistant Accountant / Accounts Executive / Finance Executive

Assistant Accountant / Accounts Executive / Finance Executive

📍 Location: United Arab Emirates (UAE)

🏡 Work Arrangement: Remote / Hybrid Options Available

🕒 Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, analytical, and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant / Accounts Executive / Finance Executive to support accounting operations, financial reporting, bookkeeping, accounts reconciliation, and financial control within the United Arab Emirates.

This role is ideal for a finance professional with strong expertise in accounting procedures, accounts payable and receivable, financial record management, invoice processing, bank reconciliation, and financial reporting.

The successful candidate will work closely with finance managers, accountants, auditors, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate financial records, timely transactions, compliance with applicable accounting standards, and effective financial management.

This opportunity offers a professional working environment where finance professionals can contribute to operational efficiency, improve financial reporting accuracy, strengthen internal controls, and support the organization's overall financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily accounting operations, bookkeeping, and the maintenance of accurate financial records.
• Prepare, review, and process invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, credit notes, and other financial documents.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Perform bank reconciliations, supplier reconciliations, customer account reconciliations, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Maintain and update general ledger accounts, journals, and supporting accounting schedules.
• Monitor cash flow, outstanding balances, payment deadlines, and financial transactions.
• Process employee expense claims, reimbursements, petty cash transactions, and related documentation.
• Assist with budgeting, financial forecasting, expense monitoring, and variance analysis.
• Prepare accounts aging reports and follow up on overdue customer payments and outstanding supplier balances.
• Verify invoices, purchase orders, delivery notes, and supporting documents before processing payments.
• Support payroll processing by maintaining payroll records, reviewing attendance information, and coordinating relevant financial documentation.
• Assist with VAT calculations, VAT return preparation, and supporting tax documentation in accordance with applicable UAE requirements.
• Ensure accounting transactions are properly classified, recorded, approved, and supported by appropriate documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including accruals, prepayments, and adjusting journal entries.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, suppliers, and customers when required.
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for invoices, contracts, receipts, statements, and financial records.
• Monitor operating expenses and identify discrepancies, unusual transactions, and opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
• Support compliance with company accounting policies, internal controls, applicable financial regulations, and relevant UAE requirements.
• Assist in preparing financial summaries, cash flow reports, expense analysis, and other reports for management review.
• Help improve accounting procedures, financial workflows, reporting accuracy, and document management systems.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity when handling financial information, business records, and sensitive company data.

What We're Looking For

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, bookkeeping procedures, and financial administration.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail when processing transactions, reconciling accounts, and reviewing financial documents.
• Good understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and bank reconciliation.
• Experience in invoice processing, payment management, expense tracking, and financial recordkeeping.
• Ability to prepare accurate accounting reports, reconciliations, and financial summaries.
• Good understanding of month-end closing procedures and basic financial statement preparation.
• Familiarity with VAT documentation, tax compliance, and applicable UAE accounting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookup functions, pivot tables, and financial data analysis.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as Tally, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Xero, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms is an advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple accounting tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with colleagues, management, customers, suppliers, and external auditors.
• A responsible and proactive approach to identifying discrepancies and resolving accounting issues.
• Professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential financial information.
• A commitment to maintaining accurate records, following established procedures, and supporting effective financial control.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Relevant experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance administration, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or financial reporting is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in invoice processing, bank reconciliation, ledger maintenance, and financial documentation.
• Experience preparing accounting schedules, expense reports, reconciliation statements, and management reports.
• Familiarity with VAT procedures and UAE tax requirements is advantageous.
• Experience working with accounting software, ERP systems, or computerized financial management platforms is beneficial.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other relevant office applications is required.
• Understanding of internal controls, financial procedures, and accounting documentation standards is desirable.
• Experience coordinating with suppliers, customers, banks, auditors, and other business stakeholders is an advantage.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, CMA, or other relevant accounting certifications are beneficial.
• Familiarity with UAE business practices, accounting requirements, and financial compliance procedures is desirable.
• Candidates with experience in trading, construction, contracting, real estate, retail, professional services, or other commercial sectors are welcome.
• The ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate financial records is highly valued.
• Candidates with strong analytical skills, a commitment to accuracy, and a willingness to develop their professional capabilities are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working arrangements, with remote and hybrid options available depending on the position and employer requirements.
• A professional and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for technical training, mentorship, and professional development.
• Exposure to accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and business financial management.
• Opportunities to strengthen bookkeeping, reconciliation, reporting, and financial analysis skills.
• The opportunity to contribute to improved financial accuracy, cost control, and operational efficiency.
• Collaboration with experienced finance professionals, accountants, managers, and business stakeholders.
• Opportunities to develop expertise in accounting software, financial systems, and applicable UAE compliance procedures.
• Potential career progression into Senior Accountant, Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Accounting Supervisor, or other senior finance positions.
• The opportunity to contribute to sound financial management, effective internal controls, and long-term business performance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, highlighting relevant qualifications, accounting experience, technical skills, and professional achievements.

Applicants are encouraged to include examples of experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliation, invoice processing, financial reporting, VAT documentation, month-end closing, and financial record management.

Please highlight relevant accounting software proficiency, Excel skills, professional certifications, industry experience, and achievements that demonstrate your ability to maintain accurate financial records and support effective financial operations.

We welcome applications from experienced and motivated accounting and finance professionals who are committed to accuracy, financial integrity, compliance, and efficient accounting practices in the United Arab Emirates.

• Note: Remote and hybrid working arrangements depend on the specific position, employer policies, and operational requirements. Certain responsibilities, including document verification, bank coordination, audits, and internal meetings, may require on-site attendance. Applicants should confirm the available working arrangement during the recruitment process.