Accountant

About the Role

We are working with an international law firm that is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Accountant to join an established professional services organisation in Dubai. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting core financial operations, management reporting, budgeting, payroll and regulatory compliance.

This position is suited to a detail-oriented finance professional with strong reconciliation and analytical capabilities, ideally gained within a law firm or a similar professional services environment. The role requires someone who can manage competing priorities, meet strict reporting deadlines and work confidently with senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations and financial record accuracy.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports for regional and head office stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts and variance analysis.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare cash flow statements, projections and related reports.
• Coordinate monthly payroll processing, employee expense claims and reimbursements.
• Assist with client and matter-related financial administration, including timekeeper set-up, pricing and billing support.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support business planning and management decisions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and support annual audits, tax filings and other compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable UAE financial regulations, VAT requirements, accounting standards and internal policies.
• Maintain and strengthen financial controls, identifying opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency.
• Support legal or client account reporting requirements where applicable, ensuring accurate records and appropriate controls.

Requirements

• 6–7 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services organisation.
• A university degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline; postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.
• ACCA, CPA or an equivalent professional accounting qualification is preferred.
• Strong understanding of general accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations and cash flow management.
• Experience with legal accounting systems, particularly Elite 3E, is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with time recording, matter-based billing and pricing processes.
• Knowledge of VAT and applicable GCC tax and financial compliance requirements.
• Experience with trust accounting and relevant legal accounts regulations is an advantage.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Strong organisational skills, accuracy and the ability to meet month-end and year-end deadlines