Accountant – Finance & Operations

BBGC

. Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping, general ledger and month-end close .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeDubai • United Arab EmiratesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and compliance, with a strong focus on UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations. Proficient in managing multi-currency transactions and payroll processes while maintaining high attention to detail and confidentiality.

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UAE VAT ExperienceUAE Payroll and WPSCloud Accounting Software (Xero, QuickBooks)Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or FinanceACCA, CMA, CA or Equivalent Qualification

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Hard Skills

BookkeepingGeneral Ledger ManagementBank ReconciliationAccounts Receivable ManagementAccounts Payable ManagementFinancial ReportingMulti-Currency BillingPayroll ProcessingVAT ComplianceTax Compliance

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailDiscretion with Confidential InformationClient-Facing CommunicationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

XeroQuickBooksExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

ACCACMACA

Industry Keywords

UAE AccountingInternational AccountingConsultingProfessional ServicesTechnology Firms

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping, general ledger and month-end close
Prepare bank, credit card and intercompany reconciliations
Manage accounts receivable and payable, including credit control and payment runs
Prepare management accounts and support year-end audits
Generate client invoices, including multi-currency billing
Collect and validate consultant timesheets and reconcile them against client contracts and invoices
Track project billing, expenses and recharges
Prepare and file UAE VAT returns and maintain VAT-compliant records
Support UAE Corporate Tax compliance and filings
Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors and banks
Process monthly payroll, including WPS compliance in the UAE
Calculate end-of-service gratuity, leave and final settlements
Support payroll and contractor payments for international team members
Support accounting, invoicing and compliance for activities in the UK, Singapore and India
Coordinate with overseas accountants and service providers
Coordinate onboarding, including contracts, visa and work permit processing, medical insurance, payroll set-up and system access
Manage offboarding, including visa cancellation, final settlements and asset return
Assist with vendor onboarding, contracts, insurance and licence renewals
Maintain organised financial, HR and company records
Support ad hoc operational and administrative activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
3–5 years’ accounting experience, at least 2 of them in the UAE
Hands-on UAE VAT experience; working knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax
Experience with UAE payroll and WPS
Experience with cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks)
Strong Excel skills
Excellent written and spoken English and a professional, client-facing manner
High attention to detail, discretion with confidential information, and ability to work independently
ACCA, CMA, CA or equivalent qualification (completed or in progress) preferred
Experience in consulting, professional services or technology firms preferred
Multi-currency and multi-entity accounting experience preferred
Exposure to international accounting in the UK, Singapore and/or India preferred