Accountant
NED by Al Ghurair · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tailor my CV for this job — freeNED Properties is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant with a background in real estate leasing, property management, and/or facilities management. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing accounting operations related to rental income, tenant accounts, property expenses, maintenance costs, vendor payments, and financial reporting.Key Responsibilities1. General Accounting & Financial ReportingManage day-to-day accounting activities, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, cash flow reports, and account reconciliations.Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate financial records.Support month-end and year-end closing activities, budgeting, and financial forecasting.Maintain accurate financial documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.2. Leasing & Property Management AccountingMonitor rental income, tenant accounts, outstanding receivables, and overdue rental collections.Maintain accurate records of lease agreements, rental schedules, renewals, security deposits, and tenant transactions.Reconcile rental receipts, tenant ledgers, landlord statements, and related accounts.Coordinate with leasing and property management teams to ensure accurate billing and timely collection of rental payments.Handle rent adjustments, credit notes, tenant refunds, and security deposit settlements.Prepare property-wise financial reports and monitor income and expenditure across the property portfolio.3. Facilities Management & Property ExpensesProcess and monitor vendor invoices, maintenance expenses, service charges, utilities, and other property-related operating costs.Track facilities management expenses against budgets and investigate significant variances.Reconcile supplier accounts and coordinate timely payments to contractors and service providers.Monitor outstanding vendor balances and support cost-control initiatives.Coordinate with facilities and operations teams to ensure proper expense allocation and supporting documentation.4. Tax, Compliance & AuditSupport UAE VAT compliance, tax documentation, and applicable regulatory requirements.Assist with internal and external audits by preparing relevant schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents.Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.5. Systems & Process ImprovementMaintain accurate accounting records using accounting software and relevant property management systems.Support improvements in accounting procedures, reporting processes, and financial controls.Ensure timely and accurate financial data is available to management for decision-making.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Approximately 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.Prior experience in property leasing, property management, and/or facilities management is strongly preferred.Practical knowledge of rental accounting, tenant receivables, property operating expenses, vendor payments, and reconciliations.Good understanding of UAE VAT and general accounting principles.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.Experience with property management or facilities management systems is an advantage.Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.If you're interested in this opportunity, kindly share your CV with us.