CLIENT ACCOUNTANT – SME ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL REPORTING

We are seeking an accounting professional capable of independently managing the complete accounting requirements of multiple SME clients — from setting up accounting systems and maintaining daily books to preparing financial statements and completing year-end accounting finalisation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Accounting Setup & System Implementation

• Develop and customise Charts of Accounts (COA) based on clients' business activities.
• Evaluate clients' existing accounting systems and recommend suitable accounting solutions.
• Assist in implementing and configuring accounting software and establishing proper accounting procedures.

1. Complete Bookkeeping & Accounting

• Independently manage day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping activities.
• Record and post sales, purchases, receipts, payments, journal entries and other financial transactions.
• Perform bank, supplier, customer and other balance-sheet reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records.

1. Financial Reporting & Account Finalisation

• Prepare trial balances, profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
• Prepare cash flow statements, supporting schedules and management reports.
• Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closing procedures.
• Prepare complete accounting records and financial schedules for audit and year-end finalisation.

1. Client Relationship & Account Management

• Visit clients to understand and evaluate their accounting and operational requirements.
• Recommend appropriate accounting systems, procedures and financial reporting solutions.
• Independently manage assigned client portfolios and ensure timely completion of accounting deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients for financial documents, transaction clarifications and outstanding information.

1. Tax & Regulatory Support

• Maintain proper accounting records and supporting documents required for UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance.
• Assist in preparing VAT and Corporate Tax-related accounting schedules and reconciliations.
• Ensure accounting records are maintained in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Mandatory Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 2 years of practical accounting experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in bookkeeping and complete accounting operations.
• Ability to independently prepare a Chart of Accounts and manage accounting records.
• Practical knowledge of financial statement preparation and account finalisation.
• Working knowledge of accounting software such as Tally, Zoho Books, QuickBooks or similar platforms.
• Good communication, analytical and client-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts and work independently.

Additional Advantages

• Previous experience in an audit firm, accounting consultancy or professional services firm is highly preferred.
• Good knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards.
• Familiarity with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax requirements.
• UAE driving licence is preferred, as the role involves regular client visits.
• Experience in accounting software implementation and SME accounting solutions.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

We are looking for someone who can take ownership of client accounts rather than simply perform routine data entry.

The ideal candidate should be capable of understanding a client's business, establishing an appropriate accounting structure, managing complete bookkeeping operations, preparing financial reports and taking accounts through to finalisation.

If you have the required practical experience and are confident in managing SME accounting independently, we would like to hear from you.

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person