# UAE Accountant - part -time

> MaxAccelerate · Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Remote) · — · Posted 2026-10-17

**Workplace:** remote

## Description

### We're Hiring: Part-Time Accountant (UAE)

**Location:** Dubai, UAE (Hybrid / Remote options)  
**Employment:** Part-Time / Flexible Hours  
**Experience:** Minimum 3–5 years UAE accounting experience  
**Start Date:** ASAP

We are looking for an experienced, reliable and proactive **Part-Time Accountant** to manage the accounting and financial compliance requirements of several UAE-based businesses operating across technology, software and professional services.

This is a hands-on role for someone who understands UAE accounting regulations, can work independently and is confident managing everything from bookkeeping and payroll to VAT and Corporate Tax submissions.

### Key Responsibilities

**Accounting & Financial Management**

-   Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting across multiple companies.
-   Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable and receivable.
-   Manage company expenses, receipts, invoices and reimbursements.
-   Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
-   Prepare monthly profit & loss statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports.
-   Monitor outstanding invoices, payments and company expenditure.

**UAE Tax & Regulatory Compliance**

-   Ensure compliance with UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulations.
-   Prepare, review and submit quarterly VAT returns through the FTA portal.
-   Prepare and submit UAE Corporate Tax returns within statutory deadlines.
-   Maintain appropriate tax records and supporting documentation.
-   Manage tax registration, renewals, amendments and deregistration where required.
-   Ensure compliance with applicable UAE accounting standards and IFRS requirements.
-   Monitor tax deadlines and proactively advise management of upcoming obligations.

**Payroll & Employee Expenses**

-   Prepare and process monthly payroll.
-   Manage UAE Wage Protection System (WPS) requirements where applicable.
-   Calculate employee benefits, leave balances and end-of-service gratuity.
-   Manage employee expense claims and reimbursements.
-   Maintain accurate payroll and employee payment records.

**Financial Reporting & Administration**

-   Provide monthly financial summaries to company directors.
-   Assist with budgeting, financial forecasting and cash flow planning.
-   Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisers when required.
-   Maintain organised financial records for each legal entity.
-   Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and control costs.

### Essential Requirements

-   **Proven UAE accounting experience is mandatory.**
-   Strong working knowledge of UAE VAT, Corporate Tax and FTA procedures.
-   Demonstrable experience preparing and submitting VAT and Corporate Tax returns.
-   Experience managing accounting for multiple UAE companies, including free zone entities.
-   Good understanding of UAE payroll, WPS and end-of-service calculations.
-   Proficiency in accounting software such as Zoho Books, Xero or QuickBooks.
-   Strong Excel skills and financial reporting capabilities.
-   Excellent attention to detail, organisation and confidentiality.
-   Ability to work independently and meet statutory deadlines.

**Preferred Qualifications**

-   Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
-   ACCA, CPA, CA or equivalent qualification preferred.
-   Experience working with Dubai free zone companies.
-   Experience supporting SMEs, technology companies or professional services businesses.

### What We Offer

-   Flexible, part-time working arrangements.
-   Opportunity to support several growing UAE businesses.
-   Long-term engagement for the right candidate.
-   Direct communication with business owners and senior management.
-   Competitive compensation based on experience and agreed working hours.

### How to Apply

**Important:** Applicants must have practical, hands-on experience with UAE FTA filings, VAT, Corporate Tax and payroll. We are looking for someone capable of managing these responsibilities independently, rather than a junior bookkeeper requiring supervision.

## Apply

[Apply at MaxAccelerate](https://apply.workable.com/max-accelerate/j/BF4621BCD9/apply)

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