Accountant & Administrative Officer

About the role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented Accountant to manage day‑to‑day financial operations, ensure accurate bookkeeping, and support monthly and annual reporting, while also handling general administrative tasks to keep the office running smoothly. The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, and comfortable working independently in a fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Reconcile bank statements and general ledger entries; handle month‑end and year‑end closing.
• Process invoices, payments and expense claims.
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT, including timely filing and reporting.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cash‑flow monitoring.
• Liaise with auditors, banks and government authorities.
• Manage correspondence, filing and record‑keeping.
• Coordinate with vendors for quotations and purchase orders.
• Support HR administration: employee records, leave and attendance tracking.
• Manage renewals for licences, contracts and insurance.
• Schedule meetings, handle calls, emails and general office inquiries.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience in the UAE.
• Solid knowledge of UAE VAT and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting/office software.
• Strong organization, accuracy and confidentiality.
• Good English communication skills; Arabic is a plus.
• Valid UAE driving licence.

Required skills

• UAE VAT compliance and filing.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.
• Experience with Zoho Books or other Zoho applications.
• Use of accounting office software.