Accounting Specialist

Job Summary

This role supports the finance function by managing accounting activities across payments, payroll, billing, banking and audit support. Based in Dubai, UAE, the position is essential in maintaining accurate financial processes and ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations for the regional office. The successful candidate will act as a key liaison between local teams and international finance counterparts.

• A diverse and hands‑on finance role offering strong career progression
• An environment where your contribution directly supports regional operations

Job Description

• Manage and process regional payments including professional disbursements, supplier invoices, expenses, salaries and partner-related payments
• Post property‑related fees and land registry charges
• Handle all supplier-related activities from invoice posting to payment execution
• Liaise with international accounts payable teams on vendor details, credits and correct invoice postings
• Support daily bank activities including tracking receipts, executing payments and monitoring tax and rent transactions
• Perform bank verifications and reconciliations as required
• Maintain segregation of duties and ensure appropriate approval levels for all banking and expense activities
• Post ad hoc direct debits and provide movement reports to external accountants
• Manage cheque banking and resolve payment-related queries
• Collaborate with revenue operations teams to enhance finance processes
• Run office credit reports and investigate discrepancies
• Own and manage the local payroll cycle, including preparation of monthly payroll documents and coordination with external providers
• Maintain accurate records of employee changes including joiners, leavers and salary updates
• Handle pension contributions, allowances and partner salary adjustments
• Support billing activities, ensuring accuracy of invoices and correct VAT/GST treatment
• Coordinate with global billing teams to improve processes and maintain compliance
• Sort daily incoming post
• Maintain strong internal controls across cash, expenses, procurement and bank access
• Prepare and submit documentation required for audits
• Assist in completing tax-related forms for international clients
• Provide financial documentation to accountants as required, including statements and receipts
• Monitor and post internal company database (ICAP) requests
• Support ad hoc finance tasks as assigned

The Successful Applicant

• Previous experience of over 3 years in office accounting
• Experience within a professional services finance department
• Candidates must be based in the UAE
• Strong customer support and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Competent user of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Familiarity with 3E accounting software preferred