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About the Role
A confidential startup in Dubai seeks an Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations, ensure compliance with UAE regulations, and support a group structure with international subsidiaries.
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Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate accounting records and general ledger entries
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
- Prepare management accounts and financial reports for leadership
- Reconcile bank accounts, payment processors, and intercompany accounts
- Monitor cash flow and prepare cash forecasting reports
- Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, ESR, and other regulatory requirements
- Prepare and submit VAT returns and supporting documentation
- Assist with annual audits and statutory reporting obligations
- Manage accounting records for multiple entities within the group structure
- Reconcile intercompany balances and transactions
- Assist in preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related discipline
- 3–5 years' accounting experience
- Strong understanding of UAE accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax, and regulatory requirements
- Experience managing accounting activities across multiple entities and jurisdictions
- Experience with intercompany accounting and offshore subsidiary structures
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with cloud based accounting systems (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or similar)
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Full Job Posting
About the Role
- Seeking a highly motivated and detail oriented Accountant to join our startup team in Dubai.
- Responsible for managing day to day accounting operations, ensuring compliance with UAE financial regulations, and supporting a group structure with international subsidiaries and cross border transactions.
- Ideal for an individual who thrives in a fast paced startup environment and is looking to contribute to growth and financial governance of an expanding international business.
Key Responsibilities Financial Management
- Maintain accurate accounting records and general ledger entries.
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
- Prepare management accounts and financial reports for leadership.
- Reconcile bank accounts, payment processors, and intercompany accounts.
- Monitor cash flow and prepare cash forecasting reports.
Key Responsibilities Regulatory & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, ESR, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns and supporting documentation.
- Assist with annual audits and statutory reporting obligations.
- Maintain financial records in accordance with UAE accounting standards and company policies.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and regulatory bodies as required.
Key Responsibilities Group & Intercompany Accounting
- Manage accounting records for multiple entities within the group structure.
- Reconcile intercompany balances and transactions.
- Support transfer pricing documentation and related reporting requirements.
- Coordinate financial information from offshore subsidiaries and international service providers.
Key Responsibilities Budgeting & Analysis
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Monitor departmental expenditure against budget.
- Provide financial analysis and reporting to support business decision making.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial controls and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities Process Improvement
- Assist in developing scalable finance processes suitable for a growing startup.
- Support implementation and optimisation of accounting systems and reporting tools.
- Contribute to strengthening internal controls and governance frameworks.
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related discipline.
- 3–5 years' accounting experience.
- Strong understanding of UAE accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience managing accounting activities across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
- Experience with intercompany accounting and offshore subsidiary structures.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with cloud based accounting systems (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or similar).
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Desirable Requirements
- Startup or high growth company experience.
- Experience supporting international corporate structures.
- Professional qualification or part qualification (ACCA, CPA, CA, CMA, ACA or equivalent).
- Experience within technology, fintech, payments, online gaming, or digital services industries.
- Familiarity with Gibraltar, Isle of Man, US, or other international corporate structures.
Personal Attributes
- Self starter with ability to work independently.
- Commercially minded with strong problem solving skills.
- Comfortable operating in a fast moving and evolving business.
- High integrity and commitment to confidentiality.
- Collaborative team player with proactive approach.
What We Offer
- UAE Employment Visa.
- Medical Insurance.
- Opportunity to work directly with senior leadership.
- Exposure to international business operations and group structures.
- Career growth within a rapidly expanding business.
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