Overview
Accountant Jobs in Dubai at Al Sharq Al Aqssa Trading Co LLC
Position Overview
We are seeking a competent and detail-oriented Accountant & Taxation Executive to manage day-to-day accounting activities and support UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance. The ideal candidate should have practical UAE accounting experience and a good understanding of applicable tax regulations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Accounting & Bookkeeping
- Maintain complete and accurate accounting records in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
- Record sales, purchases, receipts, payments, expenses, and other financial transactions.
- Prepare and maintain general ledgers, journals, and supporting schedules.
- Perform bank, customer, supplier, and inter-company reconciliations.
- Monitor accounts receivable and payable and follow up on outstanding balances.
- Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
2. UAE VAT Compliance
- Handle VAT accounting and reconciliation.
- Prepare and review VAT returns and ensure timely submission to the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).
- Verify tax invoices, credit notes, and supporting documentation.
- Review VAT treatment of local, import, export, and other transactions.
- Maintain VAT records and supporting documents for audit and FTA requirements.
- Assist with VAT registration, deregistration, amendments, and voluntary disclosures where required.
3. Corporate Tax
- Assist with UAE Corporate Tax registration and compliance.
- Review accounting records for Corporate Tax purposes.
- Assist in determining taxable income and applicable adjustments.
- Prepare information and supporting schedules for Corporate Tax return filing.
- Monitor Corporate Tax deadlines and compliance requirements.
- Assist with Corporate Tax assessments, queries, and documentation requested by the FTA.
4. Financial Reporting & Audit
- Prepare management reports and financial schedules.
- Assist in year-end closing and preparation of audit working papers.
- Coordinate with external auditors and provide required financial information.
- Identify accounting discrepancies and recommend appropriate corrections.
5. Compliance & Documentation
- Ensure proper maintenance of accounting and tax records.
- Maintain organized documentation for audit and regulatory purposes.
- Keep updated with changes in UAE accounting, VAT, and Corporate Tax regulations.
- Support management in implementing appropriate financial controls and procedures.
Required Skills & Experience
· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance.
· Minimum 2 years of UAE accounting experience.
· Good practical knowledge of UAE VAT and Corporate Tax.
· Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
· Strong understanding of bookkeeping and reconciliations.
· Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
· Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet statutory deadlines.
· Good written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Practical experience in UAE accounting and taxation.
- Familiarity with Federal Tax Authority (FTA) requirements.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Professional approach with high standards of confidentiality and integrity.
Willingness to stay updated with changes in UAE tax and accounting regulations.
Pay: AED2,000.00 – AED3,500.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Title: Accountant
Company: Al Sharq Al Aqssa Trading Co LLC
Location: Dubai