Accounting Assistant
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We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Assistant to support our finance team with day-to-day bookkeeping, accounting transactions, reconciliations, VAT-related activities, and general finance administration.
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Job Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Assistant to support our finance team with day-to-day bookkeeping, accounting transactions, reconciliations, VAT-related activities, and general finance administration.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting records
- Record sales, purchases, expenses, receipts, payments, and other accounting transactions
- Prepare and maintain customer and supplier accounts
- Perform bank, customer, and supplier reconciliations
- Prepare, monitor, and follow up on accounts receivable and accounts payable
- Assist with VAT-related accounting, reconciliations, and documentation
- Maintain proper filing and organization of invoices, receipts, and supporting financial documents
- Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and management accounts
- Ensure all accounting entries are accurate, complete, and properly supported by relevant documentation
- Assist the finance team with month-end and year-end closing activities
- Coordinate with other departments regarding invoices, payments, purchase documents, and financial records
- Assist with general accounting and administrative tasks as required
Requirements
- 1-2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience preferred
- Good understanding of basic accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping
- Practical experience with Zoho Books is highly preferred
- Experience with QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or other accounting software will be an advantage
- Basic knowledge of UAE VAT and local accounting practices preferred
- Good working knowledge of MS Excel
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Good organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Good communication and coordination skills
- Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally
Preferred Skills
- Bank and account reconciliation
- Accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Bookkeeping and journal entries
- UAE VAT accounting
- Zoho Books
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial reporting
- Invoice and document management
- Month-end and year-end closing support
Company Benefits
- Employment Visa, Medical insurance provided
- 23 working days Annual Leave
- Biennial air tickets
Salary Range
- 3000 - 3500 AED Based on Experience
Working Hours
- Monday – Friday (Saturday Rota)
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