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Compare Accounting Firms in Dubai and the UAE

Find UAE accounting firms for outsourced accounting, reporting and ongoing accounting support. Compare service scope, business fit and pricing approach, then submit one structured request to relevant providers.

Emirae.Pro is a marketplace. Accounting services are delivered by independent providers.

48 accounting providers listed
One request. Multiple provider options.
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Describe the accounting support you need

Select the required scope and provide practical details about your company, records and reporting needs.

2

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3

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Send your request to suitable providers and continue the discussion directly with the firms you select.

Provider availability and responses depend on the information supplied and the providers currently active on Emirae.Pro.

Accounting Firms and Consultants

Compare accounting firms

Browse accounting providers serving businesses in Dubai and across the UAE. Use the available profile information to compare service scope, client fit and operating location before sending a request.

Listings are not presented as a ranking. Confirm scope, qualifications, engagement terms and applicable professional requirements directly with each provider.

24 providers shown of 48
Consulting Agency Dubai

We help entrepreneurs, SMEs and international companies enter, structure and grow in the UAE with clearer business, tax and legal decisions. Our work is built around one practical idea: clients…

Company Formation Corporate Tax Accounting
Experience12 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish · Russian
Reviews5.0 from 1 review

A&A Associate

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We help founders, investors, small businesses and international companies enter the UAE with a setup path that stays practical after the licence is issued. Many businesses do not struggle at…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Corporate Tax
Experience10 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Al Riyady

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We work with people who want to start something real in the UAE but do not want the process to turn into confusion, missed steps and expensive backtracking. A lot…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Corporate Tax
Experience6 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · Sharjah
LanguagesEnglish
Reviews5.0 from 1 review

Alliance Prime

Basic Verified
Accounting Firm Dubai

We are usually the right fit for businesses that want tax, accounting and reporting to work as one connected compliance layer instead of being handled in fragments. A lot of…

Corporate Tax Accounting VAT and Tax Registration
CoverageDubai · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Arnifi

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We are a practical fit for founders and small teams that want UAE company setup to feel clearer, faster and less fragmented from the first decision. Many businesses do not…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Corporate Tax
CoverageDubai · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Avyanco

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We are usually the right fit for founders and investors who want the UAE setup path to feel more strategic before it becomes operational. A lot of businesses do not…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Corporate Tax
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · Sharjah
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Baker Tilly UAE

Basic Verified
Multi Service Provider Dubai

We are a strong fit for businesses that need more than basic accounting support and more than a one off tax answer. Our role is usually most valuable when audit…

Corporate Tax Accounting VAT and Tax Registration
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish · Arabic
ReviewsNo reviews yet

BCL Globiz

Basic Verified
Multi Service Provider Dubai

We are most useful when a business needs more than basic bookkeeping or a one time tax filing. A lot of companies in the UAE start with one urgent need,…

Company Formation Corporate Tax Accounting
Experience35 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Business Setup Experts

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We are usually the right fit for founders who want one provider to carry the setup process from first route selection into the practical tasks that follow after licensing. A…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Accounting
Experience12 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Business Setup Worldwide

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We are usually the right fit for founders and internationally mobile business owners that want UAE company setup to be part of a wider market entry plan, not only a…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Accounting
CoverageDubai · Sharjah · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

CLA Emirates

Basic Verified
Accounting Firm Dubai

We are usually the right fit for businesses that want tax, audit and accounting support to work as one organised finance layer instead of as disconnected compliance tasks. A lot…

Corporate Tax Accounting VAT and Tax Registration
Experience20 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · Sharjah
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Commitbiz

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We help founders, small businesses, investors and international companies set up and run their business in the UAE with a more structured and practical path from the start. We do…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Corporate Tax
Experience18 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · Sharjah
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Creative Zone

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We are usually the right fit for founders who want to move quickly, but do not want speed to create messy decisions that hurt them later. A lot of businesses…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Corporate Tax
Experience16 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

ebs Chartered Accountants

Basic Verified
Accounting Firm Dubai

We are usually the right fit for businesses that want accounting, audit and tax support to become a working finance system rather than a collection of deadline driven tasks. A…

Corporate Tax Accounting VAT and Tax Registration
Experience15 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

EmiratesSetup

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We are usually the right fit for founders who want their UAE entry path to feel more guided, more transparent and less improvised from the first decision. A lot of…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Corporate Tax
Experience9 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish · German
ReviewsNo reviews yet

EZONE

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We are usually the right fit for founders who want the UAE setup process to feel clearer, more modern and more guided from the beginning. A lot of businesses do…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Corporate Tax
Experience12 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · Sharjah
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

FAME Advisory

Basic Verified
Accounting Firm Dubai

We are usually the right fit for businesses that need UAE tax work to be practical, structured and closely tied to the way the company actually operates. A lot of…

Corporate Tax Accounting VAT and Tax Registration
Experience30 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Farahat & Co

Basic Verified
Multi Service Provider Dubai

We work with businesses that want more than a fast licence and a short email chain. In our experience, the real pressure usually starts after the company is registered. Documents…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Corporate Tax
Experience41 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · Sharjah
LanguagesEnglish · Arabic
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Filings.ae

Basic Verified
Multi Service Provider Dubai

We are most useful when a founder or operating business wants the UAE setup path to feel less fragmented and more operational from day one. A lot of providers stop…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Corporate Tax
CoverageDubai · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Flyingcolour

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We help founders, small businesses, investors and international companies set up and operate in the UAE with a structure that makes sense not only at registration stage, but also after…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Corporate Tax
Experience22 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · Sharjah
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Grant Thornton UAE

Basic Verified
Multi Service Provider Dubai

We are usually relevant when the business has moved beyond the point where a simple setup discussion is enough. Clients come to us when audit, tax, reporting, transaction support, internal…

Corporate Tax Accounting VAT and Tax Registration
Experience60 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · Sharjah
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Helen and Sons

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We are a practical fit for founders and small businesses that want a UAE setup partner who can stay useful beyond the first licence step. A lot of businesses reach…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Accounting
Experience19 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Sharjah · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish · Arabic · Hindi
ReviewsNo reviews yet

HLB HAMT

Basic Verified
Multi Service Provider Dubai

We are usually the right fit when a business has moved past the first setup questions and is now dealing with the financial, tax and compliance layer that decides whether…

Corporate Tax Accounting Legal and Compliance
Experience26 years in UAE
CoverageDubai · Abu Dhabi · Sharjah
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

IBG Consulting

Basic Verified
Business Setup Company Dubai

We are usually the right fit when a founder or operating business wants the UAE launch to stay practical after the licence is issued. Many providers can process registration. Fewer…

Company Formation Visa and Residency Accounting
CoverageDubai · UAE Wide
LanguagesEnglish
ReviewsNo reviews yet

Descriptions are drawn from provider-supplied or reviewed profile content. Confirm each provider’s scope, qualifications and engagement terms directly.

Choose the Right Service

Start with the service that matches the work

Accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, audit and tax are connected, but they are not interchangeable. Use the service routes below to reach the correct provider category.

Outsourced Accounting

Outsourced Accounting

Find providers that can operate as an external accounting function, coordinate reporting and maintain ongoing accounting oversight.

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Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping Services

For transaction recording, reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, monthly books and accounting cleanup.

Explore bookkeeping
Annual Reporting

Annual Accounting & Financial Statements

For year-end close, reporting packs and preparation of annual financial statements.

Explore annual reporting
Audit Preparation

Audit Preparation Support

For preparing books, schedules and supporting records before an independent auditor begins the audit.

Explore audit preparation
Payroll

Payroll Support

For payroll processing, employee calculations, payroll reporting and Wage Protection System support.

Explore payroll support
Audit Firms

Audit Firms

For businesses seeking an independent licensed auditor or an audit service provider rather than accounting preparation support.

Compare audit firms
Accounting Scope

What an outsourced accounting provider may support

The final scope depends on the provider, your company structure and the engagement terms. The categories below help define what should be included in your request.

Accounting setup and oversight
Define accounting responsibilities, reporting periods, review procedures, chart-of-accounts requirements and the handoffs between your company and the external provider.Discuss with provider
Outsourced accounting function
Use an external firm for ongoing accounting coordination instead of building the complete function internally from the start.Discuss with provider
Period-end accounting review
Coordinate monthly, quarterly or year-end review of accounting records before management reporting, tax work, financing or an audit.Discuss with provider
Management reporting coordination
Agree on the reports, reporting frequency, business units and management information required by owners or management.Discuss with provider
Financial reporting support
Coordinate reporting packs and financial-statement preparation while keeping annual financial statements as a dedicated service scope. Annual accounting and financial statements.Discuss with provider
Tax-ready accounting records
Maintain accounting information that can support separate VAT and Corporate Tax work without treating tax registration, tax advisory or tax filing as accounting services.Discuss with provider
Accounting systems and workflows
Review software, document flows, approval processes, data access and reporting handoffs required for an efficient outsourced arrangement.Discuss with provider
Multi-entity or multi-currency coordination
Describe the number of legal entities, bank accounts, currencies and reporting units so providers can assess the operational complexity.Discuss with provider
Service Boundaries

Accounting is not the same as bookkeeping, payroll, audit or tax

Selecting the correct category helps providers understand the request and reduces the risk of comparing offers that include completely different work.

Related services compared by their typical ownership and the correct Emirae.Pro destination for each.
ServiceTypical ownershipCorrect destination
ServiceAccountingTypical ownershipAccounting structure, oversight, reporting coordination and an outsourced accounting function.DestinationThis Accounting Hub
ServiceBookkeepingTypical ownershipTransaction recording, reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, monthly books and cleanup of historical records.DestinationBookkeeping Services
ServiceAnnual Financial StatementsTypical ownershipYear-end close, annual reporting packs and financial-statement preparation.DestinationAnnual Accounting & Financial Statements
ServiceAudit PreparationTypical ownershipPreparing accounting records and supporting schedules for an independent auditor.DestinationAudit Preparation Support
ServiceAuditTypical ownershipIndependent examination and, where applicable, an audit opinion issued by a properly qualified auditor.DestinationAudit Firms
ServicePayrollTypical ownershipEmployee payroll processing, payroll calculations, payroll reporting and WPS-related support.DestinationPayroll Support
ServiceCorporate TaxTypical ownershipCorporate Tax registration, advisory, calculations and filing.DestinationCorporate Tax Registration Corporate Tax Filing
ServiceVATTypical ownershipVAT registration, VAT filing, VAT compliance and UAE e-invoicing requirements.DestinationVAT Registration VAT Filing

A provider may offer several services, but each item should still be identified separately in the proposal and priced according to its own scope.

Provider Selection

What to compare before choosing an accounting firm

Do not compare providers by one headline price alone. Confirm what work is included, who will manage the account and what information your company must supply.

Service scope

Confirm whether the proposal covers accounting oversight, bookkeeping, reporting, financial statements, tax coordination or only a limited part of the process.

Company and industry fit

Ask whether the provider works with companies of a similar size, legal structure, jurisdiction and operational model.

Reporting frequency

Confirm which reports will be produced, how often they will be delivered and whether management reporting is included.

Responsible team

Clarify who will manage the engagement, who reviews the work and how questions or missing records will be handled.

Software and data access

Confirm which accounting platform will be used, who owns the subscription and how documents, bank data and approvals will be shared.

Tax and audit boundaries

Check whether VAT, Corporate Tax, payroll, audit or financial statements are included, excluded or referred to another specialist.

Engagement and exit terms

Review contract duration, notice terms, data-export procedures, access rights and the process for transferring records to another provider.

Professional standing

Request relevant qualifications, licences or professional details where they are required for the work. Verify authority-specific status separately when applicable.

Business Fit

Accounting support for different UAE business situations

The accounting model should reflect how the business operates, not only where the company was registered.

1New companies
Set up accounting responsibilities, document flows, software access and reporting routines before records begin to accumulate.
2Operating SMEs
Move from fragmented records or founder-managed spreadsheets to a defined accounting and reporting process.
3Free zone companies
Coordinate accounting records with the company’s free zone, tax, banking and reporting requirements without assuming that every free zone company has the same obligations.
4Mainland companies
Structure ongoing accounting around the company’s activities, transaction volume, employees, banking and reporting requirements.
5Trading and ecommerce businesses
Account for higher transaction volumes, multiple payment channels, inventory flows, refunds, currencies and platform settlements.
6Multi-entity businesses
Define entity-level records, intercompany flows, reporting responsibilities and any consolidation requirements before requesting a quote.
Operating Model

Outsourced accounting or an internal accounting team?

The right model depends on transaction complexity, management needs, internal controls and how much accounting knowledge the company wants to retain in-house.

Outsourced accounting

Outsourced accounting may suit a business that:

  • needs structured accounting support without hiring a complete internal team;
  • wants access to a broader external accounting function;
  • has predictable reporting requirements;
  • can provide documents and approvals through an organised workflow;
  • wants to scale the engagement as transaction volume increases.
The engagement still requires internal ownership of documents, approvals, commercial decisions and communication with the provider.
Internal accounting team

An internal team may suit a business that:

  • has high daily transaction complexity;
  • needs continuous on-site accounting involvement;
  • requires deep operational integration;
  • manages several entities or business units;
  • has sufficient scale to employ and supervise a dedicated team.
Internal teams may still use external providers for audit, tax, specialist reporting, systems or temporary capacity.
Market Pricing Examples

What outsourced accounting services may cost

Public UAE provider pricing reviewed in July 2026 shows a wide range because accounting engagements can include very different levels of work. Use these figures as market context, not as a guaranteed quote.

Entry-level small-business support

From around AED 999 / month

Public examples at this level generally focus on basic accounting or bookkeeping support for a smaller business with limited activity. Confirm transaction limits, reporting and excluded work.

SME outsourced accounting package

AED 1,500–5,000 / month

Public examples may combine bookkeeping, accounting review, reporting and selected compliance support. Compare every line item because VAT and Corporate Tax work should remain separately identifiable.

Expanded finance-function support

Around AED 9,999+ / month

Broader engagements may cover a more complete outsourced finance function, complex reporting or advisory involvement. The exact scope must be defined directly with the provider.

These are public market examples, not Emirae.Pro prices and not offers from every listed provider. Accounting quotes vary according to transaction volume, number of entities, bank accounts, currencies, reporting frequency, historical records, software, document quality, deadlines and required specialist services.

Audit, payroll, VAT and Corporate Tax services should be quoted separately unless the proposal clearly itemises each scope.

Get pricing for your actual accounting scope

Describe the company, current records and required accounting scope so relevant providers can define the work and quote for it.

Prepare Your Request

Information that helps providers assess the work

A clear brief makes provider comparisons more useful. Include the information below where it is available. Do not upload sensitive financial records until you understand how the provider will handle them.

Company details
  • Legal entity name
  • Emirate and jurisdiction
  • Free zone, mainland or offshore status
  • Business activity
  • Date of incorporation
  • Number of legal entities
Accounting activity
  • Approximate monthly transaction volume
  • Number of bank accounts
  • Number of currencies
  • Sales channels
  • Inventory activity
  • Existing accounting software
Current records
  • Records currently up to date or behind
  • Last completed accounting period
  • Existing chart of accounts
  • Available bank statements
  • Available invoices and expense records
  • Previous accounting provider, where relevant
Reporting needs
  • Monthly reporting
  • Quarterly reporting
  • Annual reporting
  • Management accounts
  • Financial statements
  • Group or entity-level reporting
Related service status
  • VAT registration status
  • Corporate Tax registration status
  • Payroll and employee count
  • Audit requirement, if known
  • Required deadline
Connected Business Requirements

Accounting records support other UAE business processes

Accounting is connected to tax, audit, payroll and banking, but each service has its own professional scope. Use the links below when the requirement extends beyond accounting.

Accounting records at the centre

Organised, well-maintained accounting records feed into tax, audit, payroll and banking work — while each of those remains a separate professional service.

VAT

Accounting records can support VAT reporting, while VAT registration, VAT filing and UAE e-invoicing remain owned by the VAT service cluster.

Audit and audit preparation

Accounting providers may prepare records for an audit. The independent audit itself must be performed by an appropriately qualified auditor.

Corporate banking

Organised company records and financial information may support banking reviews, account maintenance and future financing discussions.

UAE Corporate Tax Calculator

Estimate an indicative Corporate Tax position from your accounting figures. It is a planning tool, not tax advice or a filing.

Open the Corporate Tax Calculator

Compliance Mistakes UAE Founders Commonly Make After Company Setup

Read a related published guide before defining your accounting request.

Read the guide
Official Sources

Check official UAE sources for tax, payroll and audit rules

Accounting providers help prepare and organise records. Statutory tax, payroll and audit requirements should be confirmed through the relevant official authority.

Federal Tax Authority External · Government

Official UAE source for VAT and Corporate Tax registration, filing and compliance information. Accounting records support these obligations, but tax work is a separate service.

Ministry of Finance External · Government

Official federal information on Corporate Tax policy and public financial matters relevant to UAE businesses.

Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation External · Government

Official source for UAE labour and Wage Protection System (WPS) requirements relevant to payroll. Payroll is a separate service scope.

Government resources open in a new tab. Accounting support cannot guarantee an auditor opinion, tax authority acceptance, bank acceptance or the absence of penalties, and a final price or timeline cannot be confirmed before the records are reviewed.

Accounting Services FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How accounting scopes, pricing, provider comparison and marketplace positioning work on Emirae.Pro.

Still have questions?

Our team can explain how the platform works before you submit an accounting request.

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What do accounting firms in Dubai usually provide?
The scope varies by firm. It may include accounting setup, outsourced accounting, bookkeeping, management reporting, financial reporting, annual accounts, tax coordination or audit preparation. Confirm every included and excluded service in the proposal because accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, audit, VAT and Corporate Tax are separate scopes.
How much do accounting services cost in Dubai?
Public UAE provider examples reviewed in July 2026 range from around AED 999 per month for limited small-business support to AED 9,999 or more per month for a broader outsourced finance function. Many public SME packages fall around AED 1,500 to 5,000 per month. The actual quote depends on transaction volume, entities, bank accounts, reporting, software, historical records and related compliance work.
Is accounting the same as bookkeeping?
No. Bookkeeping usually focuses on recording transactions, reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable and maintaining the books. Accounting may include oversight, period-end review, reporting, financial-statement coordination and broader financial interpretation. Emirae.Pro keeps Accounting and Bookkeeping as separate service pages.
Can an accounting firm also handle VAT and Corporate Tax?
Some providers offer accounting and tax services, but the proposal should identify them separately. VAT registration and filing belong to the VAT scope, while Corporate Tax registration, advisory and filing belong to the Corporate Tax scope. Check the provider’s qualifications and engagement terms for each service.
How should I compare accounting firms?
Compare the exact scope, company and industry fit, reporting frequency, responsible team, software, data ownership, tax and audit boundaries, contract terms and handover process. Do not choose only on the lowest headline price.
What information should I provide when requesting accounting services?
Include the company jurisdiction, business activity, number of entities, monthly transaction volume, bank accounts, currencies, employees, accounting software, current state of the records, required reports and deadline. This helps providers assess the same scope.
Does Emirae.Pro provide accounting services?
No. Emirae.Pro is a marketplace that helps users find providers and submit structured requests. Accounting services are delivered by independent providers, and users should review each provider’s scope, qualifications and engagement terms directly.
Can I compare accounting firms outside Dubai?
Yes. The directory may include providers based in or serving Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain and other UAE locations. Use the location filters when sufficient provider data is available.
Does every UAE company need an audit?
Audit requirements depend on the company’s legal form, jurisdiction, free zone, licence conditions, financing arrangements and applicable legislation. Accounting preparation is not the same as an independent audit. Confirm the requirement with the relevant authority and an appropriately qualified auditor.
Which accounting framework is used in the UAE?
Many UAE companies prepare financial statements using IFRS or IFRS for SMEs where applicable. The required framework depends on the entity, regulator, free zone and reporting purpose, so it should be confirmed with the accounting provider and any relevant authority.
Find the Right Accounting Provider

Submit one accounting brief and compare relevant providers

Describe your company, current records and required accounting scope. Emirae.Pro can use the structured request to help suitable independent providers understand the same requirements.

Compare providers, not Emirae.Pro One brief, multiple provider options Scope defined by each provider Contact details stay protected

Submitting a request does not guarantee provider availability, pricing or acceptance. Review the provider’s proposal, qualifications and engagement terms before proceeding.