Accountant

Job description / Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented General Accountant with experience in the real estate and property management industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, property accounting, financial reporting, accounts management, VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, and ensuring adherence to UAE regulations. The role requires close coordination with property management teams to maintain accurate financial records and support business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting transactions, journal entries, and general ledger activities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management functions.
• Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Record and monitor rental income, service charges, deposits, and property-related expenses.
• Manage tenant ledgers, invoicing, receipt allocation, and payment follow-ups.
• Reconcile lease agreements, tenancy contracts, and property statements.
• Coordinate with property management teams regarding financial and operational matters.
• Prepare property-wise income and expense reports and profitability analysis.
• Monitor cash flow, budgets, and forecast financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations, prepare VAT returns, and maintain VAT records.
• Support implementation and compliance with UAE Corporate Tax requirements, including tax calculations and reporting.
• Assist in statutory audits, internal audits, and financial reviews.
• Prepare management reports, MIS reports, and other financial analyses as required.
• Maintain proper documentation for regulatory compliance and management review.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and relevant UAE laws.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably within the real estate/property management sector.
• Work Schedule: 5 days per week (Onsite), Work From Home: Every Sunday.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, UAE VAT regulations, and Corporate Tax requirements.
• Experience in property accounting, tenant accounting, and lease administration.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Tally, QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, Zoho Books, or similar ERP systems.
• Advanced MS Excel skills, including reporting and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Salary:

AED 7,000 to 9,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

About the Company

NADIA Global established in 1983, is the largest and most accomplished recruitment and training consultancy in the Middle East for Executive Search, Recruitment, Corporate Tailored Training and Career Training & Certifications. Our customers include Government Organizations, MNCs, SMEs, University Graduates and Business Professionals. As of 2020, we served over 9,000 businesses, placed more than 170,000 candidates and trained over 210,000 students.