Accounting Officer
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About the Role
ESAT is hiring an Accounting Officer in Abu Dhabi to handle financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, VAT and corporate tax compliance, payroll support, and audit coordination.
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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
- Prepare and file quarterly VAT returns and annual corporate tax returns
- Collaborate with HR to process payroll accurately and on time
- Coordinate with external/internal auditors and prepare required documentation
- Handle banking transactions, LC/LG processes, and cash flow management
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Tally, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, SAP, Oracle)
- Strong knowledge of MS Excel
- Familiarity with IFRS
- Working knowledge of UAE VAT law and Corporate Tax
- Understanding of Wage Protection System (WPS) and local payroll standards
- Can communicate in English, Cebuano/Tagalog
- Professional certification (ACCA, CPA, CA, CMA) is a plus
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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.
- Prepare and file quarterly VAT returns & annual corporate tax returns in compliance with FTA.
- Collaborate with HR to process payroll accurately and on time.
- Coordinate with external/internal auditors and prepare required documentation.
- Handle banking transactions, LC/LG processes, and cash flow management.
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.
- Can communicate in English, Cebuano/Tagalog.
- 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 compliance with FTA.
- Understanding of Wage Protection System (WPS) and local payroll standards.
Work Location
- In person
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