Accountant
Job Description:
Job Title: Accountant (Russian-Speaker)
Location: Dubai, UAE
Salary: AED 12,000 per month (fixed, all-inclusive)
Language: Preferably Russian speakers
JOB SUMMARY:
This position will play a key role accounting, closing, and reporting processes are executed timely and accurately. The purpose of this role is to support and execute:
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Monthly closing and reporting activities
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Day-to-day technical accounting - functional and technical support (entries posting, control documents flow); drive operational and continuous improvement projects
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Address operational issues and follow through to resolution in an effective and timely manner
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Support continuous improvement initiatives
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Reporting Accountant reports to the Manager
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
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Manage full accounting cycle: bookkeeping, posting entries, reconciliations, month-end and year-end closing.
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Prepare accurate financial statements (G/L, P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
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Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) including payments, invoicing, and collections.
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Process payroll, maintain employee records, and ensure compliance with labor.
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Prepare and submit VAT and Corporate Tax filings in accordance with UAE tax law.
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Maintain and reconcile all bank accounts, credit card expenses and employee petty cash expenses.
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Monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial performance reports.
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Maintain proper documentation and control over all accounting records and transactions.
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Interact with auditors, tax advisors and banks as needed.
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Ensure compliance with IFRS and company accounting policies.
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Support management with financial analysis, cash flow monitoring.
REQUIREMENTS:
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Degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics or equivalent
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3 - 4 years of full-cycle accounting experience, preferably in a small-to-mid-size company or standalone accounting role/ Big4 experience is a plus
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Functional knowledge of IFRS and UAE VAT/Corporate Tax regulations
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Hands on expertise with G/L accounting, closing & reporting processes, and activities
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Strong deductive and analytical skills
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Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Tally, or similar ERP).
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Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
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Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities; capable of meeting deadlines independently.
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High attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability.
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Strong communication skills and ability to interact with management, banks, and auditors.
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Experience preparing management reports and financial analysis for decision-making.
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Self-motivated, proactive, and hands-on with an ownership mindset.
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Team player, able to work collaboratively with an end-to-end mindset