Accountant

This role plays a key role in maintaining the day-to-day accounting activities for the healthcare organization by supporting financial operations across facilities. Responsibilities include posting journal entries, maintaining ledgers, assisting in month-end closings, reconciling accounts, and supporting audits. This role demands accuracy, analytical thinking, and adherence to financial protocols while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support seamless finance operations.

The post holder will:

• Prepare and record accurate journal entries in the general ledger based on daily transactions and supporting documentation.

• Assist in the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.

• Reconcile bank accounts, vendor statements, intercompany balances, and general ledger accounts regularly.

• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions in line with company policy.

• Review and process invoices, staff claims, supplier payments, and petty cash transactions while ensuring adherence to approval workflows.

• Ensure all accounting entries are backed by valid supporting documentation and follow standard chart of accounts.

• Support the month-end and year-end closing process, including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation calculations.

• Collaborate with internal departments and business units to gather information for financial reporting and variance analysis.

• Assist with preparation and coordination of internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations.

• Adhere to internal control standards and recommend improvements to increase process efficiency and reduce financial risk.

• Ensure compliance with applicable UAE VAT regulations and assist with VAT return preparation and reconciliations.

• Support the fixed asset accounting process including additions, retirements, transfers, and depreciation.

• Participate in the standardization of processes across shared services and recommend automation opportunities.

• Maintain financial data integrity in the ERP system and coordinate updates with IT and finance teams.

• Perform any additional finance-related tasks and special projects as assigned by the line manager or finance leadership.

Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce is required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, standards, and practices.

• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics) and MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).

• Knowledge of VAT and financial regulations in the UAE.

• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with high accuracy.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities to liaise with cross-functional teams.

• Familiarity with shared services or multi-entity accounting environments.

Accountant benefit from having experience/competency in:

• General ledger accounting

• Accounts payable/receivable processes

• Month-end closing

• Financial reporting

• UAE VAT compliance

• Account reconciliation

• ERP financial modules

• Financial audits

• Fixed asset accounting

• Intercompany transactions

Experience

• 4+ years of experience in a similar accounting role, preferably within a shared services or healthcare organization in the UAE.