Accountant

Centennial Finance \| Dubai, UAE

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate should have strong accounting knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and practical experience handling day-to-day accounting operations in the UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records and financial transactions.
• Handle daily accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, invoicing, and expense recording.
• Prepare and maintain bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Record journal entries and ensure proper accounting treatment of transactions.
• Manage invoices, receipts, payments, and supporting financial documents.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Prepare financial reports and management reports as required.
• Monitor receivables and payables and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of accounting records.
• Assist with budgeting, cash-flow monitoring, and financial analysis.
• Coordinate with banks, suppliers, clients, auditors, and other external parties when required.
• Ensure accounting records are maintained accurately and confidentially.
• Assist with UAE VAT calculations, VAT reconciliation, VAT returns, and related documentation.
• Maintain records and information required for UAE Corporate Tax compliance.
• Support external auditors and provide required accounting documents and information.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and applicable UAE regulations.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Accountant or in a similar accounting role.
• UAE accounting experience is preferred/required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Practical knowledge of UAE VAT and VAT return procedures.
• Understanding of UAE Corporate Tax and related accounting requirements.
• Strong experience with bank reconciliation, AP, AR, GL, journal entries, and month-end closing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial data analysis.
• Experience with accounting software such as Tally, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, Xero or similar systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and company information.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Candidates who can join immediately or with a short notice period will be preferred.

Preferred

• Experience in financial services, banking, finance, or a corporate environment.
• Professional accounting qualification such as CA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent is an advantage.
• Experience handling UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Employment Visa.
• Medical Insurance..
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative, and performance-driven work environment.

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday \| 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Location: Dubai, UAE

Only candidates with relevant UAE experience will be considered.

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person