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About the Role
ESAT is seeking an Accountant to manage financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, VAT and tax compliance, payroll support, and audit coordination in Abu Dhabi.
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Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Maintain general ledger and ensure accurate journal entries
- Reconcile bank statements and financial discrepancies
- Manage customer invoices, collections, and vendor payments
- Process expense reports and petty cash
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances
- Assist in preparing budgets and financial forecasts
- Monitor actuals vs. budget and report variances
- Prepare and file quarterly VAT returns and annual corporate tax returns
- Maintain accurate tax records and support audits
- Collaborate with HR to process payroll accurately and on time
- Calculate end of service benefits as per UAE Labor Law
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CA, or CMA is a plus
- Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience
- Prior experience supporting HR functions is highly preferred
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Tally, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, SAP, Oracle)
- Strong knowledge of MS Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis
- Familiarity with IFRS
- Working knowledge of UAE VAT law, UAE Corporate Tax, and FTA compliance
- Understanding of Wage Protection System (WPS) and local payroll standards
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Good communication and interpersonal abilities
Full Job Posting
Job Description
- ESAT is seeking an Accountant to manage financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, VAT and tax compliance, payroll support, and audit coordination.
Job Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Maintain general ledger and ensure accurate journal entries.
- Reconcile bank statements and financial discrepancies.
- Manage customer invoices, collections, and vendor payments.
- Process expense reports and petty cash.
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.
- Assist in preparing budgets and financial forecasts.
- Monitor actuals vs. budget and report variances.
- Prepare and file quarterly VAT returns and annual corporate tax returns.
- Maintain accurate tax records and support audits or inspections.
- Collaborate with HR to process payroll accurately and on time.
- Calculate end of service benefits as per UAE Labor Law.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CA, or CMA is a plus.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
- Prior experience supporting HR functions is highly preferred.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Tally, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, SAP, Oracle).
- Strong knowledge of MS Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
- Familiarity with IFRS.
- Working knowledge of UAE VAT law, UAE Corporate Tax, and FTA compliance.
- Understanding of WPS and local payroll standards.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
Work Location
- In person
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