Junior Accountant

Key Responsibilities

1. General Accounting & Bookkeeping

Assist in managing day-to-day accounting operations.

Prepare and post journal vouchers (JVs) and ensure accurate recording of accounting transactions.

Maintain and update general ledger accounts and accounting records.

Handle fixed asset accounting, including maintaining the fixed asset register and calculating depreciation.

Record expenses, provisions, accruals, and prepaid expenses accurately.

Ensure all accounting entries are supported by proper documentation.

2. Bank Reconciliation & Petty Cash

Perform daily bank reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.

Verify bank transactions and ensure receipts and payments are accurately recorded.

Manage petty cash expenses, maintain supporting receipts, and update petty cash records.

Perform petty cash reconciliations and ensure compliance with company policies.

Monitor cash transactions and report discrepancies to the finance team.

3. Month-End Closing, VAT Reconciliation & Financial Reporting

Assist in month-end closing activities and ensure all transactions are recorded accurately and on time.

Prepare monthly accounting schedules, reconciliations, and supporting reports.

Book all monthly accruals and prepaid expenses, including the necessary journal entries and adjustments.

Review expense accounts, provisions, and prepaid expense schedules to ensure accurate month-end reporting.

Perform VAT reconciliations and verify input and output VAT balances against accounting records and supporting tax invoices.

Assist in preparing VAT return workings and ensure VAT records are accurate and complete.

Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.

Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and management reports.

Ensure all relevant accounting entries and adjustments are completed before month-end closing.

4. Audit Assistance & Documentation

Assist with internal and external audits by preparing accounting schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents.

Maintain organized accounting records and ensure documents are readily available for audit purposes.

Assist in preparing audit schedules and responding to audit queries.

Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and internal control procedures.

Maintain proper filing systems and ensure accurate record retention.

Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned by the Finance Manager or Chief Accountant.

Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

1–3 years of relevant accounting experience.

Good knowledge of general accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping.

Practical experience in daily bank reconciliations, journal voucher posting, and general ledger maintenance.

Knowledge of petty cash management, expense booking, accruals, provisions, and fixed asset depreciation.

Experience with month-end closing, prepaid expense schedules, accrual bookings, and VAT reconciliation.

Good working knowledge of Tally is required.

Proficiency in MS Excel and experience using accounting software or ERP systems.

Knowledge of UAE VAT regulations is preferred.

Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and coordinate effectively with the finance team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,500.00 per month

Work Location: In person