[Hiring] General Accountant Dubai UAE

­­­­Position: General Accountant

Date posted: 2025-04-23

Industry: other

Employment type: Full Time

Experience: 2 to 5 year               

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree holder

Salary: AED 10000 to 15000

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Company: Confidential

Description:

We’re Hiring: General Accountant

Are you detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about numbers? Join our dynamic finance team as a General Accountant and play a key role in driving financial accuracy and integrity within our organization.

About the Role:

 As a General Accountant, you’ll be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and supporting internal and external audits. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to grow within a collaborative team.

Financial Recordkeeping:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including daily transactions, journal entries, and ledgers.
  • Ensure all hotel revenues and expenses are correctly recorded in accordance with accounting principles.
  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

  • Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payment of invoices and collection of outstanding amounts.
  • Reconcile supplier and guest accounts and resolve any discrepancies.

Financial Reporting:

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  • Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting.
  • Provide timely financial reports to hotel management and stakeholders.

Audit & Compliance:

  • Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
  • Ensure compliance with hotel policies, tax laws, and other financial regulations.
  • Monitor financial transactions to detect and prevent errors, fraud, or irregularities.

Cost Control:

  • Review and analyze operational costs and financial data to identify areas for cost reduction.
  • Assist in the implementation of financial controls and procedures to optimize resource allocation.

Taxation:

  • Prepare and file tax returns, ensuring compliance with all local and national tax regulations.
  • Coordinate with tax consultants to ensure timely tax submissions.

Liaison with Other Departments:

  • Collaborate with other hotel departments, such as sales, marketing, and operations, to ensure proper allocation of revenue and expenses.
  • Provide financial insights and guidance to help departments achieve their financial goals.

Systems and Software Management:

  • Utilize hotel accounting software (e.g., Sun Systems, Opera) to manage financial transactions and reporting.
  • Assist with system upgrades, troubleshooting, and ensuring the smooth operation of accounting systems.
  • Act as secondary income auditor in case the income auditor is on leave or absent
  • To provide friendly, courteous and professional service at all times.
  • To comply with local legislation as required.
  • To respond to any changes in the department as dictated by the needs of the hotel.
  • To be flexible and extend job duties to carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities within the job capability as assigned, including redeployment to alternative departments/areas if required, to meet business demands and guest service needs.
  • To attend training and meetings as and when required.
  • Carry out month end procedures related to revenue collections and reconciliations
  • Record and monitor all revenue and income-related transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue reports and analysis.
  • Reconcile income accounts and investigate any discrepancies or variances.
  • Maintain documentation supporting income recognition and adjustments.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting principles and internal policies.
  • Work closely with the sales and operations teams to validate the accuracy of revenue data.
  • Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes.
  • Participate in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations for income-related accounts.
  • Support budgeting and forecasting processes, especially revenue projections.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements related to revenue accounting.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus.
  • 2–5 years of accounting experience, with a strong focus on income/revenue accounting.
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles and revenue recognition standards.
  • Experience with accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Additional Information

  • Service focused personality is essential
  • Previous experience in a similar role is an asset
  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities and the ability to lead by example.
  • Familiarity with tax regulations relating to income and revenue.
  • Knowledge of internal controls and risk management practices.