Junior Accountant

Job location: DIFC, Dubai, UAE

About the Client

This opportunity is with a prominent and distinguished Single Family Office deeply rooted in the heart of Dubai's luxury real estate landscape. The client is a leading purveyor of ultra-high-end commercial solutions, recognized across the Emirate for transforming prime locations into bespoke, architectural masterpieces. They specialize in delivering unparalleled luxury commercial office spaces, setting the definitive standard for exceptional quality, meticulous attention to detail, and design integrity. Joining this Family Office means becoming an integral part of a financially robust, private, and highly selective organization that drives exclusive projects defining the pinnacle of Dubai's prestigious business environment.

Role Summary

The Junior Accountant will be responsible for providing essential support to the Finance Department by managing CRM and ERP data entry, daily accounting tasks, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring timely compliance with UAE financial regulations and VAT laws. This role requires strong attention to detail and hands-on experience in real estate transactions, particularly with revenue recognition, commission calculations, and property-related expenses.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Bookkeeping

• Perform daily bookkeeping duties, including posting and processing journal entries, expense reports, and petty cash transactions.

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• Manage Accounts Receivable (AR): Issue invoices for sales/leasing commissions, rental income, and service charges. Monitor aging reports and follow up on collections.

• Manage Accounts Payable (AP): Process vendor invoices, match them to purchase orders, and prepare payment runs while ensuring all necessary approvals are in place.

• Conduct bank and general ledger reconciliations on a monthly basis to ensure financial accuracy.

• ERP and CRM data entry.

Real Estate Specific Focus

• Accurately record revenue related to real estate transactions, including sales commissions, rental income, and property management fees.

• Assist in the proper recording of project costs or property maintenance expenses for the various properties under the client's portfolio.

Compliance & Reporting

• Assist in preparing schedules and workings for Value Added Tax (VAT) returns, ensuring compliance with Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulations.

• Support the senior team in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow) in compliance with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards).

• Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes.

Required Qualifications and Technical Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is mandatory.

• Professional accounting qualifications such as CMA, CPA, ACCA is preferred but not mandatory.

• Demonstrated experience in the Real Estate industry (brokerage or property/asset management) is mandatory.

• 3 to 5 years of progressive accounting experience in the UAE.

• High proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, advanced formulas) is essential.

• Hands-on experience with a major ERP system or accounting software (e.g., Tally, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, SAP, or Yardi).

• Solid knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

• Strong understanding of UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations.

Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial data processing. This is non-negotiable.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Proactive, hands-on, analytical, and a team player.