Accountant

Job Brief

We are hiring an experienced Accountant for a trading company in Abu Dhabi.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling all key accounting functions, including payables, receivables, treasury, payroll, fixed assets, VAT/corporate tax, and financial reporting.

A strong understanding of regional accounting standards, tax regulations, and the ability to manage multiple accounting processes independently are essential.

Job Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day accounting operations.
Handle banking tasks including letters of guarantee (LGs) and letters of credit (LCs).
Monitor and reconcile bank transactions.
Prepare monthly financial reports such as the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.
Maintain and control the post-dated cheque (PDC) schedule.
Prepare annual budgets and perform variance analysis.
Address client queries related to overdue payments.
Process payroll, WPS files, employee benefits, and end-of-service benefits (EOSB).
Monitor and reconcile inventory accounts with the general ledger.
Manage accounts receivable: invoicing, collections, and customer account reconciliation.
Manage accounts payable: invoice processing and payments to suppliers/subcontractors.
Coordinate with procurement and suppliers to support bids, pricing, and tenders.
Review monthly trial balances to ensure correct accounting allocations.
Manage company cash flow effectively.
Prepare and submit VAT and corporate tax returns in compliance with region's regulations.
Stay updated with tax laws, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with external auditors during interim and year-end audits.
Review and process petty cash expenses and pass accounting entries.