Junior Accountant

About the Company

Fäm Interior is an interior fit-out specialist operating in Dubai. The team is looking for a meticulous accountant with strong analytical ability and a solid grasp of accounting and financial reporting practices, particularly in the fit-out sector.

Role Overview

This position involves handling day-to-day accounting work, supporting project-related finance activities, and ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and reconciliation across business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review financial data and compile balance sheets.
• Work with leadership and team members to build and monitor budgets.
• Follow company procedures, internal policies, and applicable regulations.
• Address accounts payable and receivable matters quickly and accurately.
• Carry out daily reconciliations for cash, cheque, and credit card transactions while keeping invoice records organized.
• Prepare financial statements in line with GAAP standards.
• Support audits, tax filing work, and maintenance of the general ledger.
• Prepare income tax filings and complete corporate reporting obligations.
• Produce monthly financial reports such as cash flow, profit and loss, and balance sheet statements.
• Complete month-end closing activities.
• Estimate cash flow and manage payment timelines for suppliers and clients.
• Take ownership of accounting work related to fit-out, construction, and development projects.
• Prepare monthly progress reports and bank reconciliations.
• Accurately code and enter invoices, ensuring approvals and supporting documents are in place.
• Coordinate payment processing and secure the required approval signatures.
• Match accounts payable balances with supplier statements and resolve mismatches.
• Submit monthly VAT returns and stay aligned with upcoming corporate tax requirements.
• Track project costs, check for differences, and report variances.
• Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Handle retention amounts and maintain project documentation.
• Protect the accuracy of the general ledger for construction and development work.
• Perform inter-company reconciliations and respond to accounting queries in a timely manner.
• Process monthly salary payments.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closely related discipline is required.
• A CPA qualification is considered an added advantage.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform well under pressure are important.
• The role requires both independent working and effective teamwork.
• Excellent communication skills, strong numerical ability, precision, and a high level of attention to detail are essential.

Additional Information

The role is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and is a full-time onsite position. No salary, opening count, or start date has been specified.