Accountant in UAE

AGS is an international agricultural trading company specializing in the procurement and export of agricultural crops and their processed products.

We have been operating since 2016 and have grown from scratch to achieve a turnover of over 500,000 tonnes in 2024.

We actively sell our products in 26 countries and maintain strong partnership relations with over 250 companies across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. Our head office is strategically located in Dubai, the hub of international trade and financial routes.

In 2024, we successfully doubled our trading turnover and continue to sustain rapid growth.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage the daily financial operations of our UAE office. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with local regulations (especially VAT), and supporting the month-end closing process.

• Record daily financial transactions accurately in the accounting system.
• Prepare, process, and track all company invoices, payments, and receipts in a timely manner.
• Perform comprehensive monthly reconciliations of bank statements, supplier statements, and customer accounts.
• Maintain the General Ledger (GL) to ensure all financial data is properly classified and allocated.
• Assist the Finance Manager with essential month-end and year-end closing activities and report generation.
• Ensure strict compliance with all relevant UAE VAT laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain highly organized and up-to-date physical and electronic financial files and records, ensuring confidentiality.
• Support internal and external audits as required.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related quantitative field is mandatory.
• Knowledge: Solid working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Regulatory Expertise: Proven understanding and experience with UAE VAT regulations and filing procedures.
• Software Proficiency: Proficient in accounting software; QuickBooks experience is a significant advantage.
• Technical Skills: Strong command of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, financial modeling).
• Attributes: Demonstrated high attention to detail, accuracy, strong organizational skills, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Language: Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal).

• Work Arrangement: Full-time, mandatory work from the office.
• Work Schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off (5/2), regular business timings.
• Compensation: Salary will be discussed individually and finalized with the successful candidate based on experience and qualification.

Interested? Apply now!