We are seeking a Junior Accountant in Dubai to assist in the month-end closing process, prepare journal entries and account reconciliations, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. This role supports financial statement preparation, budgeting and forecasting, and accounts payable/receivable monitoring, working closely with SAP ECC or S/4 HANA systems.
About the Role – Junior Accounting & Financial Reporting
Core Focus: Month-end closing, journal entries, and account reconciliations
Reporting Scope: Financial statements, ad hoc reports, budgets, and forecasts
Systems: SAP ECC or S/4 HANA and other ERP platforms
Analysis Focus: Cost/expense analysis and identifying efficiency improvements
Compliance: Internal controls, accounting policy adherence, and audit support
Career Growth & Financial Skills Development
Strategic Location: Dubai – a strong hub for trading and manufacturing finance roles
ERP Exposure: Build hands-on experience with SAP ECC/S4 HANA, a highly valued enterprise skill
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments on budgets and forecasts
Career Growth: Develop strong foundations for advancement into senior accounting or finance roles
Position Overview
This Junior Accountant role assists in the month-end closing process by preparing journal entries and account reconciliations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. You will support preparation of financial statements and ad hoc reports, participate in budgeting and forecasting, monitor accounts payable and receivable, maintain organized financial records, analyze costs and expenses to identify efficiency improvements, and help maintain internal controls and compliance with accounting policies.
Why This Role Matters: As Junior Accountant, you build core accounting skills through hands-on month-end closing, journal entries, and reconciliations in a real business environment, gain valuable exposure to SAP ECC/S4 HANA, one of the most sought-after ERP skills in finance careers, contribute directly to budgeting and forecasting processes that shape business decisions, develop cost analysis skills that identify real efficiency opportunities, and build a strong foundation for career growth within trading and manufacturing finance.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Closing & Reporting
- Assist in the month-end closing process by preparing journal entries and account reconciliations
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
- Assist in preparation of financial statements and ad hoc financial reports periodically
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Participate in the preparation of budgets and forecasts
- Work closely with other departments to gather necessary information and ensure accuracy
Accounts Management
- Monitor accounts payable and receivable to ensure timely processing and payment
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records
Cost Analysis & Internal Controls
- Help analyze costs/expenses associated with business activities or projects
- Analyze cost drivers and identify areas for cost reduction or efficiency improvements
- Assist in maintaining internal controls and ensuring compliance with accounting policies
- Participate in audits and implement recommendations for process improvements
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in the same field/role
- Experience in trading and manufacturing business is desirable
Technical Skills
- Strong accounting skills and understanding of Chart of Accounts
- Experience in SAP ECC or S/4 HANA and other ERP systems is required
- Proficient in MS Excel
Essential Skills & Personal Attributes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High degree of attention to detail and accuracy
- Willingness to cooperate with others toward the same goal
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Confident, proactive, enthusiastic, flexible, and eager to learn
About This Junior Accountant Opportunity
This Junior Accountant role sits within a trading and manufacturing business environment in Dubai, supporting month-end closing, financial reporting, and budgeting processes. The position offers hands-on SAP ECC/S4 HANA exposure and strong cross-functional collaboration, providing an excellent foundation for career growth within corporate finance and accounting.
Career Excellence: Build a strong finance career foundation with hands-on SAP ERP experience in Dubai’s trading and manufacturing sector.
Who Should Apply?
- Junior/Mid-Level Accountants: With 3+ years of accounting experience
- SAP ECC/S4 HANA Users: Comfortable managing financial processes within ERP systems
- Trading/Manufacturing Finance Professionals: Familiar with industry-specific accounting practices
- Accounting/Finance Graduates: With hands-on month-end closing and reconciliation experience
- Detail-Oriented Analysts: Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment
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