Client Accountant

Overview

You own the accounting for a portfolio of UAE client companies. You close the books on time, keep every balance explainable and give founders numbers they can actually act on. This is a hands-on accountant role, one step beyond bookkeeping: you prepare the management accounts, not just the entries.

What you will do

• Maintain complete, accurate ledgers for a portfolio of client companies.
• Run month-end and year-end closing on a predictable schedule.
• Prepare bank, receivable and payable reconciliations and resolve differences.
• Produce management accounts and simple financial summaries for founders.
• Keep records structured so VAT and corporate tax filings are straightforward.
• Prepare clean, complete files for audit preparation colleagues.
• Flag unusual transactions and accounting gaps early rather than at year end.

What we are looking for

• 3+ years in accounting, ideally handling multiple client entities.
• Confident with month-end closing and reconciliations without supervision.
• Working knowledge of IFRS fundamentals.
• Comfortable in at least one cloud accounting platform.
• Accuracy, deadline discipline and a habit of documenting your work.
• Professional English.

Nice to have

• Part or fully qualified (ACCA, CA, CPA or similar).
• UAE experience with VAT and corporate tax records.
• Background in an outsourced accounting or corporate services firm.
• Arabic, Hindi, Urdu or Russian.

Why this role matters

Grow into senior accountant, then into corporate tax advisory or a lead role over the client accounting portfolio.

About the team

You join the Tax & Accounting team, working next to the corporate tax advisor, the bookkeeping executive and audit preparation colleagues.

What you get

• Competitive salary.
• UAE employment visa and medical insurance.
• A varied portfolio instead of one company's ledger.
• Study support towards professional qualification.
• Clear progression into senior or advisory roles.

Application process

• Submit your CV and a short message through this page.
• Our team reviews your profile against the role.
• Shortlisted candidates are invited to an introductory call.
• Final interviews and a practical discussion follow.
• Offer and onboarding.

FAQ

How is this different from the bookkeeping role?

Bookkeeping keeps the daily entries; as accountant you own the close, the reconciliations and the management accounts on top of that.

How many clients would I handle?

A portfolio of small and mid-sized UAE companies, sized so you can close each one properly.

Do I need to be based in the UAE?

Yes, this is a Dubai-based hybrid role with visa support available.