Staff Accountant

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Full Time
Finance
Mid Level

Justlife is rocking the region with its beautifully designed for all home services app and looking for brilliant minds and skilled professionals who can think outside the box and have a limit that defies the sky.

Do you envision shaping the future of all home services in one of the fast-growing tech startups based in Dubai?

Come onboard and dedicate yourself to becoming #everydaybetter! 

Take over a key role as a Staff Accountant in the Finance department and be a part of this exciting adventure of never-ending growth and success. 
 

What we expect from you:

  • Ensure timely booking of all invoices & payments and keep financial records updated
  • Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and reconcile financial accounts
  • Support in month-end and year-end closing process 
  • Analyze financial discrepancies and resolve issues promptly
  • Execute accounts payable functions, ensuring timely payments
  • Support in preparing and submitting VAT returns in compliance with UAE regulations
  • Collaborate with internal departments to support budgeting and forecasting activities
  • Assist in internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and data
  • Ensure accurate recording of fixed assets and prepare depreciation schedules
  • Review and validate expense reports for compliance with company policies
  • Conduct bank reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies
  • Contribute to the development of accounting policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency
  • Maintain proper filing systems for accounting records and documentation
  • Supporting line manager and department head with any ad-hoc reports or requirements
 

What we are looking for:

  • Education:
    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
    • Certifications are an added plus - ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CPA
  • Experience: 
    • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in financial management, reporting, and analysis
    • Proven track record of working in or with companies operating in the Middle East region
  • Knowledge: 
    • Strong understanding of US GAAP, IFRS reporting standards, UAE/KSA tax regulations, and compliance
    • Understanding of the business environment, cultural nuances, regulatory landscape, and market dynamics in Middle Eastern countries
  • Skills:
    • Experience with reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
    • Exceptional analytical skills with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy
    • Proficient in Quickbooks, Zoho, Google Sheets, Power Bi and MS Excel
    • Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
    • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
    • High level understanding of accounting principles and tax regulations
  • Personality: 
    • Self-driven, proactive, and strong team player with the ability to work independently when required
    • Strong focus on process improvement and continuous learning



PERKS OF BEING A PART of JUSTLIFE

Nothing would replace the start-up spirit, working with an evolving culture and fulfilling workplace! And, we offer you benefits like:


We care about you

  • Flexible working hours and remote working arrangements depending on the job.
  • One-day extra vacation on your birthday with our JustHoliday!
  • Free Justlife credits so you can enjoy our own services.
  • Work reality escapes opportunities through team-building games, challenges, and many more activities.

 
We improve you

  • Working with a great team and entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Continuous learning with mentorship, coaching, on-the-job, and internal-external training.
  • Never-ending growth and fast career development and internal career opportunities.
  • A fair and objective Performance Management System.


We recognize you

  • Ignition of the hero in you through our ‘’JustHeroes’’ Reward and Recognition Program.
  • Availability of company discounts and gift vouchers.
  • A bonus for every successful Employee Referral.

ABOUT US

At Justlife, we envision a life without any chores that keep you from doing what you really want to.

Justlife is the region’s leading super app for home services. We connect individual needs with on-demand services, through our innovative marketplace platform.

We helped digitalize the cleaning service industry in UAE, back in 2015, and have been expanding our services from home cleaning alone to serving all our customer’s needs at home across the GCC. We now offer home cleaning, salon & spa at home, healthcare at home, maintenance & repairs, upholstery cleaning, pest control & disinfection, moving and packing, and car cleaning, and many more.

We built a network of thousands of trained professionals and served over 6 million sessions across UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Qatar and Oman. With a team of 200+ full-timers and over 1000 service professionals, we pride ourselves in having created a culture that puts people first.

We promise our customers stellar service, our suppliers a valuable partner, our professionals a better life, and our employees a work environment where they can be their best versions of themselves.

Join the tribe and let’s become #everydaybetter, together!

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