Senior Accountant
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About the Role
Ayoub & Co is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and tax compliance for a real estate brokerage. The role requires 3+ years of real estate accounting experience in Dubai, expert QuickBooks skills, and knowledge of UAE VAT, corporate tax, and AML regulations.
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Responsibilities
- Handle full cycle bookkeeping and daily accounting entries across multiple accounts
- Maintain and reconcile bank accounts, petty cash, and client accounts; perform monthly bank reconciliations
- Prepare and review financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) monthly and quarterly
- Prepare and file VAT returns via the FTA portal, including input/output VAT reconciliation
- Ensure AML compliance in line with UAE real estate regulations
- Account for commissions on sales, leasing, and referral deals; manage commission disbursals
- Run the monthly salary cycle in alignment with WPS, maintain payroll records and leave accruals
- Track cheques, post dated payments, and receivables from tenants and buyers
- Monitor project based revenues and cost allocations; coordinate unit handovers, payment plans, and developer settlements
- Liaise with external auditors and maintain audit ready documentation
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of real estate accounting experience in Dubai
- Expert in QuickBooks (Online/Desktop)
- Advanced Excel and Google Sheets
- Strong knowledge of UAE VAT regulations, corporate tax filing, FTA portal, and AML requirements
- Familiar with RERA forms, commission disbursals, and brokerage accounting cycles
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA/CA a plus)
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Position Overview
- We are seeking an experienced and detail oriented Senior Accountant to join our dynamic real estate brokerage. The ideal candidate will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, and tax filing, and maintain full compliance with UAE VAT, corporate tax, and AML regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle full cycle bookkeeping and daily accounting entries across multiple accounts
- Maintain and reconcile bank accounts, petty cash, and client accounts; perform monthly bank reconciliations
- Prepare and review financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) monthly and quarterly
- Prepare and file VAT returns via the FTA portal, including input/output VAT reconciliation; plan ahead for VAT and corporate tax deadlines
- Ensure AML compliance in line with UAE real estate regulations, with proper documentation
- Account for commissions on sales, leasing, and referral deals; manage commission disbursals
- Run the monthly salary cycle in alignment with WPS, maintain payroll records and leave accruals
- Track cheques, post dated payments, and receivables from tenants and buyers
- Monitor project based revenues and cost allocations; coordinate unit handovers, payment plans, and developer settlements with operations
- Liaise with external auditors and maintain audit ready documentation
- Ensure accurate client billing and timely collections; assist in budgeting and cash flow forecasting
- Operate established systems and procedures: closing schedules, reporting cadence, and coordination with CRM/admin
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of real estate accounting experience in Dubai
- Expert in QuickBooks (Online/Desktop); advanced Excel and Google Sheets
- Strong knowledge of UAE VAT regulations, corporate tax filing, FTA portal, and AML requirements
- Familiar with RERA forms, commission disbursals, and brokerage accounting cycles
- Experienced in generating financial reports and MIS for leadership
- Able to manage multiple entities, transactions, deadlines, and confidential data independently
- Smart, presentable, highly organized, and proactive in communication
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA/CA a plus)
Location and Type
- Dubai, UAE (on site)
- Full time
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