Accountant

AccountantPROPUP is a Dubai-based holiday homes company managing a growing portfolio of premium short-term rental properties across the city.We are an ambitious, fast-growing company with a clear long-term vision to manage more than 1,000 properties across the UAE within the next five years.Our growth is driven by four core values:IntegrityPersistenceReliabilityGrowthAs our company continues to expand, we are looking for people who want to grow with us. We believe in promoting from within, giving talented individuals the opportunity to build long-term careers while helping shape the future of our organization.About the RoleThe mission of this role is to keep Propup's books accurate and current — recording every transaction, producing the periodic reports and owner statements the business runs on, and preparing the company's VAT and corporate tax submissions.The position sits within the Administration and Finance department and reports to the Director of Administration and Finance. It is the role the company relies on for numbers that are right the first time. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys precise, well-organised accounting work in a fast-growing business where the figures directly shape decisions.Key ResponsibilitiesRecord daily company transactions in the accounting system, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, accruals and prepayments.Reconcile revenue across OTA channels (Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia and others) against bank receipts and property management system records.Perform regular bank and account reconciliations.Maintain accounts payable and receivable records.Prepare periodic accounting reports — monthly, quarterly and annual — for review by the Director of Administration and Finance.Prepare accurate and timely owner statements for the managed property portfolio.Prepare VAT returns and corporate tax submissions for validation and filing.Maintain the fixed asset register and supporting schedules.Keep financial records organised and audit-ready, and support external audits when required.Requirements – MandatoryPrevious experience as an accountant in a Dubai holiday homes or short-term rental company is mandatory. Applicants without this experience will not be considered.Proven accounting experience in the UAE, with hands-on working knowledge of UAE VAT and corporate tax.Minimum 3 years of hands-on accounting experience.Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.Proficiency in accounting software (Zoho Books, QuickBooks, Xero, Tally or similar) and strong Excel skills.Currently based in Dubai.Requirements – PreferredA professional accounting qualification — ACCA, CPA, CMA or CA — completed or in progress.Experience reconciling OTA revenue and working alongside property management systems (Hostaway, Guesty or similar).Experience producing owner statements for a managed property portfolio.Experience within a fast-growing company.What We OfferCompetitive salary based on experience: AED 4,000 – AED 6,000 per month + annual bonusOpportunity to grow with one of Dubai's fastest-growing holiday homes companies.Clear career progression and internal promotion opportunities.A dynamic and collaborative working environment.The opportunity to help build the future of a rapidly growing organization.Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per monthApplication QuestionsAre you currently based in Dubai?Which Holiday Homes or short-term rental companies have you worked for as an accountant?How many years have you worked in accounting in the UAE, and have you prepared VAT returns yourself?Location: Dubai (Required)Work Location: In person.