Accountant

Position Overview We are seeking a competent and detail-oriented Accountant & Taxation Executive to manage day-to-day accounting activities and support UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance. The ideal candidate should have practical UAE accounting experience and a good understanding of applicable tax regulations. Key Responsibilities 1. Accounting & Bookkeeping - Maintain complete and accurate accounting records in accordance with applicable accounting standards. - Record sales, purchases, receipts, payments, expenses, and other financial transactions. - Prepare and maintain general ledgers, journals, and supporting schedules. - Perform bank, customer, supplier, and inter-company reconciliations. - Monitor accounts receivable and payable and follow up on outstanding balances. - Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. 2. UAE VAT Compliance - Handle VAT accounting and reconciliation. - Prepare and review VAT returns and ensure timely submission to the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). - Verify tax invoices, credit notes, and supporting documentation. - Review VAT treatment of local, import, export, and other transactions. - Maintain VAT records and supporting documents for audit and FTA requirements. - Assist with VAT registration, deregistration, amendments, and voluntary disclosures where required. 3. Corporate Tax - Assist with UAE Corporate Tax registration and compliance. - Review accounting records for Corporate Tax purposes. - Assist in determining taxable income and applicable adjustments. - Prepare information and supporting schedules for Corporate Tax return filing. - Monitor Corporate Tax deadlines and compliance requirements. - Assist with Corporate Tax assessments, queries, and documentation requested by the FTA. 4. Financial Reporting & Audit - Prepare management reports and financial schedules. - Assist in year-end closing and preparation of audit working papers. - Coordinate with external a