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Accountant Job Description

An Accountant's day-to-day work in Finance & Accounting centres on Accounting, Compliance and Excel. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman with 252 recent postings.

Gulf postings
252
Active markets
6
Typical experience
5+ years
In brief

An Accountant in the GCC region requires accounting, compliance, Excel, audit, tax. Employers typically expect 5+ years of experience for Finance & Accounting roles at this level. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Accountant salary in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Accountant. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
18,000
Median
27,000
75th percentile
39,000
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Key responsibilities

  • 01Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • 02Reconcile bank statements
  • 03Record and review daily journal entries (expenses, revenues, reconciliations, and bank reconciliations).
  • 04Maintain accurate financial records and ensure proper documentation.
  • 05Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
  • 06Assist in preparing financial statements and reports in compliance with IFRS / SOCPA standards.
  • 07Collaborate with internal departments to provide financial insights and ensure accurate data flow.
  • 08Utilize ERP systems and Excel for reporting and analysis.

Preferred qualifications

  • : 5 years of experience in accounting with a focus on auditing and financial reporting. Certifications : ACCA, CPA, or CA preferred. Skills In
  • : ➕ Preferred (Nice to Have):
  • : Good communication skills in English, (Arabic an advantage)
  • : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (professional certification preferred).
  • : : Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or equivalent is required, Masters is preferred 2

Education requirements

  • : Bachelor's degree

Required skills

accountingcomplianceexcelaudittaxerpcommunicationanalytical

Tools & technologies

excelerp

Hiring companies we see

  • Canonical
  • KUWAIT JOBS HERE
  • Hire Fellows
  • Rentokil Initial
  • Alghanim Industries
  • Napco National
  • RTC-1 Employment Services
  • Al Futtaim Group

Hired across

  • Bahrain
  • Kuwait
  • Oman
  • Qatar
  • Saudi Arabia
  • United Arab Emirates

FAQ

  • What does an Accountant do in the GCC?

    An Accountant in the GCC performs core duties related to accounting, compliance, Excel, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be an Accountant?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 5+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Accountant in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for an Accountant role?

    Key skills include accounting, compliance, Excel, audit, tax, ERP, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as an Accountant in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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