Accountant/Finance Assistant

An established law firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Accountant/Finance Assistant to join their Finance team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance. This is a full-time position based in Dubai, UAE.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements.
• Compile financial data and generate MIS reports for management review, highlighting key performance indicators and variances.
• Support in analyzing financial results and trends to provide insights for decision-making.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice processing, vendor payments and expense reimbursements.
• Reconcile Bank statement, accounts payable and receivable balances and resolve discrepancies.
• VAT compliance, return filling and submission.
• Liaison with banks, auditors, clients and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate accounting records, including journal entries, ledgers and month-end close procedures.
• To be work as a complaint’s office of Anti Money Laundering (AML) and to follow the guidelines.
• Assist in preparing audit documentation and support during external audits.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and internal controls.
• Assist in maintaining financial systems and software to streamline accounting processes.
• Support Finance Manager in financial reporting, analysis, and initiatives.
• Any other job assigned by the line manager

Preferred Candidate:

1. Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
2. Proven experience in accounting or finance roles.
3. Strong knowledge of financial regulations and accounting principles.
4. Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office.
5. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
8. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
9. Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
10. Knowledge of UAE financial regulations and tax laws is a plus.