Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantLocation: Dubai, UAEEmployment Type: Full-timeDepartment: Finance & AccountsReporting To: Finance Manager / CEO Job SummaryWe are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities and locations. The role covers accounting, AP/AR, banking, payroll, VAT, Corporate Tax, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance.The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience with Zoho Books, UAE accounting, and preferably exposure to KSA and Oman finance and tax requirements.Key Responsibilities1. General AccountingManage daily accounting transactions, GL postings, reconciliations, and month/year-end closing.Maintain accurate financial records, schedules, supporting documents, and audit trails.2. Accounting SystemsMaintain current accounting records in Zoho Books and historical records in TallyPrime.Retrieve and reconcile historical data when required for reporting, audit, or tax purposes.3. Accounts PayableProcess supplier invoices, payment requests, vendor reconciliations, and recurring operational payments.Ensure payments are properly approved, accurately recorded, and supported by appropriate documentation.4. Accounts ReceivableManage customer accounts, invoicing, receipts, statements, and outstanding balances.Follow up on collections and coordinate with internal teams and customers to resolve billing issues.5. Banking & ReconciliationsPerform regular bank reconciliations and investigate unreconciled or unusual transactions.Monitor bank balances, receipts, payments, transfers, and provide cash-flow information to management.6. Petty CashMaintain and reconcile petty cash accounts across applicable offices and locations.Verify supporting documents, investigate discrepancies, and ensure proper accounting and controls.7. PayrollCoordinate monthly payroll, including salary calculations, deductions, approvals, and bank processing.Coordinate with HR on employee changes and ensure payroll transactions are accurately recorded.8. VAT & TaxPrepare VAT calculations, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and coordinate timely filings and payments.Support tax compliance activities across UAE, KSA, and Oman, as applicable.9. Corporate TaxSupport Corporate Tax calculations, working papers, documentation, and filing requirements for UAE entities.Coordinate with auditors/tax advisors and ensure all tax deadlines and supporting information are properly managed.10. Audit & ComplianceCoordinate with external auditors and provide accounting records, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.Maintain organized statutory, tax, and financial documentation and respond to audit queries.11. Multi-Entity AccountingManage accounting activities across multiple entities and locations, including UAE, KSA, and Oman.Handle entity-level reconciliations, intercompany transactions, reporting, payments, and compliance requirements.12. Government & Regulatory ActivitiesMonitor finance-related government obligations, renewals, fees, fines, and regulatory deadlines.Support activities involving MOHRE, establishment cards, licences, MISA, and other applicable authorities.13. Financial Reporting & BudgetingPrepare monthly and periodic financial reports, schedules, reconciliations, and management information.Analyse financial data and highlight discrepancies, trends, risks, and areas requiring management attention.Prepare Annual & Project wise budgets and monitor them.14. Vendor & Client CoordinationCoordinate with suppliers and customers regarding invoices, statements, payments, collections, and documentation.Follow up with internal departments to obtain approvals and resolve finance-related issues.15. Internal Controls & Process ImprovementEnsure finance transactions follow approved procedures, authorization requirements, and internal controls.Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to accounting workflows and reporting.Recurring Finance ResponsibilitiesThe role will be responsible for managing recurring activities including:Daily accounting and transaction reviewBank and petty cash reconciliationsMonthly payrollAccounts payable and supplier paymentsAccounts receivable and collectionsUtility and service paymentsQuarterly VAT complianceAnnual Corporate Tax complianceLicence and establishment-card renewalsMOHRE visa/fines monitoringManagement reporting and ad-hoc financial analysisRequired Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.5+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity environment.Strong hands-on experience with Zoho Books and Microsoft Excel.Strong knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations, AP, AR, payroll, and financial reporting.UAE accounting experience is required.Experience with VAT and Corporate Tax compliance.Exposure to KSA and Oman accounting/tax requirements is a requirement.Experience with TallyPrime is preferred.Experience dealing with auditors, banks, suppliers, customers, and government authorities is preferred.Skills & CompetenciesStrong attention to detail and accuracy.Excellent analytical and reconciliation skills.Strong ownership and accountability.Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.Good communication and follow-up skills.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.High level of confidentiality and integrity.