Junior Accountant - F&B Experience

**Job Summary** We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive **Junior Accountant** with experience in the **Food & Beverage (F&B)** industry, preferably cafés or restaurants. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing daily accounting activities, reconciling sales, monitoring inventory-related transactions, and assisting in month-end financial reporting. **Key Responsibilities**Daily Accounting Operations * Record daily financial transactions in the accounting system. * Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger. * Verify invoices, receipts, and payment vouchers. * Process supplier invoices and employee reimbursements. * Maintain proper filing of financial documents. Sales & Revenue Reconciliation * Reconcile daily café sales from POS systems (Foodics or similar). * Verify cash, card, online delivery, and bank settlement transactions. * Reconcile sales from delivery platforms such as Talabat, Careem, Noon Food, and Deliveroo (if applicable). * Investigate and resolve sales discrepancies. Accounts Payable & Receivable * Process supplier payments as per approved payment schedules. * Maintain supplier statements and reconcile balances. * Follow up on outstanding receivables where applicable. * Prepare payment requests and maintain payment records. Inventory & Cost Control * Assist in monitoring inventory transactions and stock movements. * Reconcile inventory reports with purchases and consumption. * Support monthly stock counts and inventory audits. * Assist in monitoring food cost and beverage cost reports. * Verify purchase orders against supplier invoices. Bank & Cash Management * Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations. * Maintain petty cash records and reconciliation. * Monitor cash deposits from outlets. Payroll Support * Assist with payroll preparation by verifying attendance, overtime, and leave records. * Coordinate with HR regarding payroll-related documentation. Financial Reporting * Assist in preparing: * Monthly Profit & Loss reports * Balance Sheet schedules * Cash Flow reports * Revenue analysis * Expense analysis * Support month-end and year-end closing activities. VAT & Compliance * Maintain VAT-related documentation. * Assist in VAT return preparation. * Ensure compliance with UAE accounting standards and company policies. Audit Support * Prepare schedules and supporting documents for internal and external audits. * Ensure proper maintenance of accounting records. **Required Skills** * Strong knowledge of accounting principles. * Experience with accounting software such as Zoho Books & Xero * Experience with POS systems such as Foodics or similar. * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, basic reporting). * Good analytical and problem-solving skills. * Strong attention to detail and accuracy. * Excellent organizational and time management skills. * Ability to work under deadlines. * Good communication skills in English. **Qualifications** * Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or equivalent. * 2–4 years of accounting experience. * **Minimum 1–2 years experience in the F&B Industry** * Experience working with multi-outlet operations is an advantage. Application Question(s): * Are you an immediate joiner? Mention if you have a notice period * Are you familiar with UAE VAT procedures and documentation? * Which accounting software have you used previously? * What is your expected monthly salary (AED)? * What is your visa status? * Do you have any experience working with Xero accounting software? * How many years of accounting experience do you have with F&B? * Have you done inventory management & Cost Control ? * Have you worked in an F&B Industry - Cafe, Restaurants etc Work Location: In person