Accountant – Odoo Specialist, Dubai UAE
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Position Overview Our client, a well-established organization operating within the production, fabrication, fit-out, and event solutions space, is seeking to recruit an Accountant – Odoo Specialist to join its finance team in Dubai.
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Position Overview
Our client, a well-established organization operating within the production, fabrication, fit-out, and event solutions space, is seeking to recruit an **Accountant – Odoo Specialist** to join its finance team in Dubai.
The role is suited for a detail-oriented accounting professional with **strong hands-on expertise in Odoo ERP**, capable of operating within a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing daily accounting activities through Odoo, ensuring accuracy in financial records, and supporting financial reporting and compliance.
This position offers strong exposure to operational accounting within a dynamic business environment, with a particular emphasis on **system-driven and Odoo-based processes**.
Reporting To:** Chief Accountant
- #### **Key Responsibilities**
Accounting Operations
– Record daily accounting transactions (invoices, payments, receipts, journal entries) directly in **Odoo ERP**.
– Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and supporting documentation within the system.
– Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes using Odoo.
– Ensure proper classification and recording of financial transactions.
Payables & Receivables
– Process supplier invoices and manage payment cycles through Odoo.
– Monitor receivables and follow up on outstanding balances.
– Perform reconciliations of suppliers and clients.
– Maintain updated aging reports extracted from Odoo.
Bank & Cash Management
– Perform regular bank reconciliations using Odoo tools.
– Investigate and resolve discrepancies.
– Support monitoring of cash flow and financial movements.
Project & Cost Accounting
– Track and allocate project-related costs within Odoo (materials, subcontractors, production).
– Assist in monitoring budgets and identifying variances.
– Support cost control across multiple projects.
Compliance & Documentation
– Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations and assist in VAT filings.
– Maintain organized and audit-ready financial records.
– Support preparation of financial reports and audit documentation.
Systems & Process (Odoo Focus)
- – Act as a key user of **Odoo ERP for all accounting operations**.
- – Ensure proper configuration and use of accounting modules within Odoo.
- – Contribute to improving financial processes, automation, and reporting efficiency within the system.
- #### **Qualifications**
- – Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- – 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
- – Experience within the UAE is preferred.
- – Exposure to project-based, manufacturing, fit-out, or events environments is an advantage.
- – **Mandatory: Proven hands-on experience with Odoo ERP (Accounting module).**
- #### **Skills & Competencies**
- – Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- – Solid experience in Accounts Payable, Receivable, and bank reconciliation.
- – Knowledge of UAE VAT regulations.
- – Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- – **Advanced working knowledge of Odoo ERP is required.**
- – Ability to extract reports, troubleshoot entries, and optimize workflows within Odoo.
- #### **Personal Attributes**
- – High attention to detail and accuracy.
- – Strong organizational and time management skills.
- – Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- – Reliable, structured, and proactive approach.
- – Pleasant personality and professional attitude.
- – Motivated to grow within a dynamic and operational environment.
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