Job Title: Accounts & Administration Lead – Trade, Finance & Logistics

Job Description – Accountant / Accounts & Administration Officer

Position Title: Accountant / Accounts & Administration Officer

Location: UAE (RAK / Dubai, with occasional travel between offices)

Salary Range: AED 8,000 – 12,000 (depending on experience)

About the Company

We are a diversified platform combining trade, structured finance, commodities trading, and commercial brokerage. With operations in the UAE and African subsidiaries, we deliver end-to-end trade and finance solutions for SMEs and large organizations.

Role Overview

This dual-role position is responsible for managing the company’s accounting functions and overseeing administrative operations. The role requires strong financial management capabilities, hands-on VAT and corporate tax compliance knowledge, and the ability to support the day-to-day administration of the office. It is well-suited for professionals with experience in multi-currency, multi-entity environments who can balance technical accounting with organizational leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Management

Maintain accurate books for the UAE entity and oversee consolidation of African subsidiaries.
Record purchases, sales, and cost of goods sold for import/export shipments.
Manage accounts receivable/payable, supplier payments, customer invoicing, and finance charges.
Prepare financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow) and management reports.
Reconcile bank accounts, trade finance lines, intercompany transactions, and customs charges.
Ensure timely VAT & Corporate Tax filings and maintain ESR and statutory registers.
Lead annual budgeting and provide variance analysis to management.
Coordinate internal/external audits and implement audit recommendations.

Administration Management

Oversee day-to-day office operations including procurement, vendor relations, and facilities.
Manage office budgets, travel arrangements, supplies, and event coordination.
Implement administrative policies to improve operational efficiency.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Lead and support the administration team, ensuring effective office processes.

Compliance & Risk

Ensure adherence to UAE tax laws, accounting standards, and corporate policies.
Oversee risk management activities including insurance, data security, and continuity planning.
Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, banks, and regulators.

Stakeholder Engagement

Act as point of contact for financial and administrative matters.
Provide insights on margins, cost control, and financial planning.
Prepare reports and presentations for management and board stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
Professional certification preferred (ACCA, CPA, CA, CMA).
3–5 years’ experience in accounting and administration in the UAE.
Proven experience in trading/import-export, trade finance, and multi-currency reporting.
Proficiency in Odoo ERP required; knowledge of QuickBooks, Zoho, or Xero an advantage.
Strong knowledge of UAE VAT & Corporate Tax compliance.

Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical, organizational, and administrative skills.
Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills (English essential; Arabic a plus).
High integrity, attention to detail, and professionalism.
Proactive problem-solver with ability to handle multiple priorities.

Compensation

AED 8,000 – 12,000 per month, depending on experience.

The role is open to part-qualified or newly qualified accountants seeking exposure to structured finance, logistics, and trading. Fully qualified accountants may also apply on a part-time/retainer basis.

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