Junior Accountant & Bookkeeper

**Job Title: Junior Accountant & Bookkeeper** **Location:** Dubai, UAE **Salary:** AED 3,000 – 5,000 per month **Working Days:** 5 days per week **Role Overview** We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Junior Accountant & Bookkeeper to manage and establish the financial operations of a small business currently in its setup phase. This role goes beyond day-to-day accounting. The selected candidate will be responsible for building and implementing the full accounting and POS system from the ground up, ensuring that all financial activities are structured, trackable, and easy to manage by both back-office and front-of-house teams. The role combines structured accounting with operational awareness, including oversight of systems used by front-of-house staff to track daily sales and basic expenses. **Key Responsibilities** **System Setup & Implementation** * Establish the company’s accounting system from the ground up * Select, implement, and configure accounting software (e.g., Zoho Books or similar) * Set up and structure a POS system (e.g., Square POS or equivalent) for daily sales tracking * Develop a clear workflow connecting POS, accounting, and reporting systems * Create simple processes for front-of-house staff or a secretary to record transactions accurately * Ensure all systems are practical, easy to use, and scalable **Accounting & Bookkeeping** * Record and reconcile daily income and expenses * Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and documentation * Monitor cash flow, petty cash, and perform bank reconciliations * Ensure all financial data is consistently updated and organized **POS System & Front-of-House Financial Oversight** * Train front-of-house staff on correct use of POS systems * Ensure all sales, services, and payment methods are properly recorded * Oversee daily closing and reconciliation procedures * Review and align POS data with accounting records on a regular basis **VAT & Compliance** * Prepare and assist with UAE VAT filings * Ensure compliance with local financial regulations * Maintain organized documentation for audits **Payroll & Supplier Management** * Process monthly payroll and maintain staff records * Manage supplier invoices, payments, and follow-ups * Track outstanding payments and maintain payment schedules **Reporting** * Prepare monthly financial reports (P&L, cash flow summaries) * Provide clear insights on revenue, costs, and performance * Support management with accurate financial data for decision-making **Software & Systems Management** * Maintain accounting software and ensure data accuracy * Integrate POS with accounting systems where possible * Ensure all financial information is properly categorized and accessible **Front-of-House Support (When Required)** * Support daily cash handling and POS operations * Assist during shop operations or pop-ups to ensure financial tracking accuracy * Ensure alignment between physical sales, POS data, and accounting systems **Requirements** * 1–3 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping * Experience with UAE VAT regulations and compliance * Familiarity with accounting software and POS systems * Experience in setting up or improving financial systems is highly preferred * Strong attention to detail and organizational skills * Ability to train non-financial staff on simple systems * Comfortable working in both operational and administrative environments **Preferred Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field * Experience in retail, F&B, or small business environments in the UAE **Working Approach** This role requires someone who is proactive and structured, capable of building a financial system from the ground up while maintaining day-to-day accuracy. The accountant must create clarity where there is none yet, ensuring the business operates with financial discipline from its earliest stages. Success in this role comes from ownership, consistency, and the ability to translate accounting processes into simple, reliable systems that others can follow. **المسمى الوظيفي: محاسب مبتدئ ومسك دفاتر** **الموقع:** دبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة**الراتب:** 3,000 – 5,000 درهم إماراتي شهرياً**أيام العمل:** 5 أيام في الأسبوع **نظرة عامة على الدور** نبحث عن محاسب مبتدئ ومنظم يتمتع بالدقة والموثوقية لإدارة وتأسيس العمليات المالية لشركة صغيرة لا تزال في مرحلة التأسيس. يتجاوز هذا الدور المهام المحاسبية اليومية، حيث سيكون المرشح مسؤولاً عن بناء وتنفيذ النظام المحاسبي ونظام نقاط البيع (POS) بالكامل من الصفر، مع ضمان أن تكون جميع العمليات المالية منظمة وقابلة للتتبع وسهلة الإدارة من قبل فرق العمل الخلفية والأمامية. **المسؤوليات الرئيسية** **إعداد الأنظمة وتنفيذها** * إنشاء النظام المحاسبي للشركة من الصفر * اختيار وتنفيذ وضبط برامج المحاسبة (مثل Zoho Books أو ما يعادله) * إعداد وتنظيم نظام نقاط البيع (POS) (مثل Square POS أو ما يعادله) * تطوير آلية عمل واضحة تربط بين نظام نقاط البيع والمحاسبة والتقارير * إنشاء إجراءات بسيطة لفريق الاستقبال أو السكرتارية لت