Junior Accountant / Finance Associate (Startup)

About Us:

Swipetap is a fast-growing e-commerce platform helping merchants launch and scale their online businesses across the GCC. We integrate payments, logistics, and analytics into one seamless system.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a Finance & Accounting Manager to take full ownership of financial operations. This role goes beyond traditional bookkeeping you will be responsible for building a reliable financial system for a growing e-commerce platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily accounting operations and financial records
• Reconcile transactions across payment providers (e.g. Tabby, Tamara, Tap, etc.)
• Track revenue, fees
• Prepare invoices, financial reports, and monthly statements
• Ensure VAT compliance and tax filings (UAE and GCC)
• Monitor cash flow and financial health of the business
• Identify discrepancies and resolve financial issues proactively
• Work closely with product and operations teams

Requirements:

• 3+ years in accounting or finance (preferably e-commerce or SaaS)
• Strong understanding of payment reconciliation and financial workflows
• Experience with accounting tools (e.g. QuickBooks, Xero, or similar)
• Knowledge of VAT regulations in UAE/GCC
• High attention to detail and ownership mindset

Nice to Have:

• Experience working with startups
• Familiarity with payment gateways and marketplaces
• Basic understanding of financial automation

Why Join Us:

• Work on a high-growth platform in the GCC
• Be part of building the financial backbone of the company
• Flexible and fast-moving environment
• AED 4,000 6,000 per month (based on experience)