Senior Accountant​/Account Officer

Accountant – Mind Base Education

Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

• Accounting
  • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date financial records.
  • Record financial transactions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Financial Statements
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends and assess performance.
• Audit and Certification
  • Coordinate and facilitate external audits.
  • Prepare audit schedules and liaise with auditors to ensure timely completion of audits.
  • Assist in obtaining certifications required by regulatory authorities or stakeholders.
• VAT Filing
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns in compliance with local tax regulations.
  • Maintain records of VAT transactions and ensure accuracy in reporting.
• Payroll Processing
  • Manage payroll processing activities, including calculation of salaries, deductions, and taxes.
  • Ensure timely and accurate disbursement of employee salaries.
• Projections and Budgeting
  • Assist in the preparation of financial projections and budgets.
  • Monitor actual performance against budgeted targets and provide variance analysis.
• Vendor Payments
  • Process payments to vendors and suppliers in accordance with established procedures.
  • Verify invoices, reconcile accounts payable, and address any discrepancies.
• Daily Ad‑hoc Tasks
  • Handle day‑to‑day financial tasks as assigned by management.
  • Respond promptly to inquiries and requests for financial information.
• Monthly Closing of Books
  • Close books within 7 working days of the next month.
  • Prepare and submit monthly reports as requested by management.
• Invoice to Customer
  • Prepare timely invoices to customers and share them via the prescribed channel.
• Corporate Tax Compliance
  • Maintain books to adhere to corporate tax compliance requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CA, ACCA, CMA, CPA (or currently pursuing) is an advantage.

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Hands‑on experience in bookkeeping, financial reporting, VAT filing, and payroll processing.
• Prior experience handling audits, budgeting, and monthly book closures.
• Experience with corporate tax compliance is required.

Seniority level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Full‑time.

Job function:
Education.

Industries:
Education Administration Programs.