Accountant

  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

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:

  • Monthly closing and reporting activities

  • Day-to-day technical accounting - functional and technical support (entries posting, control documents flow); drive operational and continuous improvement projects

  • Address operational issues and follow through to resolution in an effective and timely manner

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives

  • Reporting Accountant reports to the Manager

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Manage full accounting cycle: bookkeeping, posting entries, reconciliations, month-end and year-end closing.

  • Prepare accurate financial statements (G/L, P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).

  • Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) including payments, invoicing, and collections.

  • Process payroll, maintain employee records, and ensure compliance with labor.

  • Prepare and submit VAT and Corporate Tax filings in accordance with UAE tax law.

  • Maintain and reconcile all bank accounts, credit card expenses and employee petty cash expenses.

  • Monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial performance reports.

  • Maintain proper documentation and control over all accounting records and transactions.

  • Interact with auditors, tax advisors and banks as needed.

  • Ensure compliance with IFRS and company accounting policies.

  • Support management with financial analysis, cash flow monitoring.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics or equivalent

  • 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

  • Functional knowledge of IFRS and UAE VAT/Corporate Tax regulations

  • Hands on expertise with G/L accounting, closing & reporting processes, and activities

  • Strong deductive and analytical skills

  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Tally, or similar ERP).

  • Strong Excel and data analysis skills.

  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities; capable of meeting deadlines independently.

  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability.

  • Strong communication skills and ability to interact with management, banks, and auditors.

  • Experience preparing management reports and financial analysis for decision-making.

  • Self-motivated, proactive, and hands-on with an ownership mindset.

  • Team player, able to work collaboratively with an end-to-end mindset