Accountant

Position Overview: The Accountant is responsible for managing the complete accounts receivable and accounts payable cycles, ensuring accurate financial records, compliance with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations, and timely financial reporting. The role requires strong experience with Odoo ERP, excellent reconciliation skills, and the ability to support month-end and year-end closing activities while maintaining effective internal controls. Key Responsibilities: Accounts Receivable (AR): Manage day-to-day AR operations in Odoo ERP, including customer invoicing, payment posting, reconciliations, and AR-related journal entries. Prepare and maintain accurate customer ledgers, statements of account, and AR records. Monitor outstanding receivables, conduct regular follow-ups, and ensure timely collections. Reconcile AR balances with bank statements and ensure all receipts are accurately recorded. Generate AR aging reports, analyze collection trends, and provide collection status updates and forecasts to management. Investigate and resolve customer billing discrepancies and payment disputes. Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing by preparing AR schedules and reconciliations. Ensure accurate VAT treatment on sales invoices and provide AR documentation for VAT returns, UAE Corporate Tax filings, and external audits. Accounts Payable (AP): Review, verify, and process supplier invoices, purchase orders, goods receipt notes (GRNs), and payment requests in Odoo ERP. Perform three-way matching (PO, GRN, Invoice) to ensure accuracy before posting transactions. Process vendor payments through bank transfers, cheques, and online payment methods. Maintain vendor ledgers and master data, reconcile supplier statements, and resolve invoice discrepancies. Monitor AP aging and ensure payments are made within agreed credit terms. Ensure accurate VAT treatment on supplier invoices and provide AP documentation for VAT returns, UAE Corporate Tax filings, and audit requirements. General Accounting & Compliance: Generate AR and AP financial reports from Odoo ERP and provide insights to support management decision-making. Assist with budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and expected collection/payment schedules. Ensure compliance with UAE accounting standards, VAT regulations, Corporate Tax requirements, and company policies. Support internal and external audits by preparing reconciliations, confirmations, and supporting documentation. Maintain strong internal controls and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of all financial records and transactions. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA) or an equivalent accounting qualification. Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in the UAE. Strong knowledge of UAE VAT, Corporate Tax, and IFRS. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems, preferably Odoo. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.