Accountant – Property / Real Estate (Arabic Speaker)

Location: UAEDepartment: Finance & AccountsIndustry: Property / Real Estate / Property ManagementAbout the RoleWe are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Accountant – Property / Real Estate (Arabic Speaker) to join our Finance & Accounts team.The successful candidate will handle day-to-day accounting activities related to property and real estate operations, including rental income, tenant accounts, supplier invoices, payments, bank reconciliations, petty cash, and financial records.

The role will also support month-end closing, VAT, Corporate Tax, and audit requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesHandle daily accounting transactions, including invoices, receipts, payments, journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.Maintain and reconcile tenant accounts, rental income, receivables, security deposits, and rental cheques.Prepare tenant statements and receivable ageing reports and follow up on outstanding balances.Verify and record supplier invoices against approved LPOs, contracts, quotations, delivery notes, and supporting documents.Prepare payment vouchers and ensure all required approvals and supporting documents are in place.Perform monthly bank reconciliations and follow up on outstanding, unidentified, or unreconciled transactions.Maintain and reconcile petty cash transactions and supporting documents.Assist with VAT reconciliations, Corporate Tax requirements, month-end closing, and financial schedules.Maintain accurate and organised accounting records for audit, tax, and management requirements.Support internal and external audits by providing required records, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents.Coordinate with relevant departments to obtain required financial information and missing documentation.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting experience.Arabic Speaker is mandatory.Good command of English.Experience in property, real estate, or property management accounting is highly preferred.Good knowledge of accounting principles and reconciliation procedures.Knowledge of UAE VAT and Corporate Tax is preferred.Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.Strong analytical, reconciliation, organisational, and communication skills.High attention to detail and ability to work accurately within deadlines.Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and company information.Professional accounting qualification or relevant certification is an advantage.Candidates with hands-on experience in property accounting, tenant accounts, rental income, receivables, supplier payments, and bank reconciliations will be given preference.