General Accountant Full Time NEW

Looking for a high-paying General Accountant job in Sharjah with Al Marwan Group? The UAE’s construction and industrial sectors are rapidly expanding, creating strong demand for general accountants, financial accountants, and VAT specialists. Companies are actively hiring professionals skilled in general ledger management, financial reporting, ERP systems, and compliance, offering attractive salary packages and long-term career growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting & Financial Operations:
• Maintain accurate books of accounts in compliance with UAE accounting standards
• Record daily financial transactions including sales, purchases, expenses, accruals, and provisions
• Maintain and regularly reconcile bank accounts, supplier balances, customer accounts, and intercompany transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Support preparation of monthly management reports and schedules

VAT & Tax Compliance:

• Handle UAE VAT accounting for domestic and export transactions
• Prepare VAT workings, reconciliations, and support VAT return filing
• Ensure correct VAT treatment for imports, exports, zero-rated and exempt supplies
• Maintain VAT documentation in line with FTA requirements

Import / Export & Customs Accounting:

• Review and record customs declarations, BOE, COO, commercial invoices, and packing lists
• Ensure proper accounting treatment of customs duty, import VAT, freight, insurance, and clearing charges
• Coordinate with clearing agents and logistics teams to verify documentation and cost allocations
• Reconcile shipment-related costs against supplier and freight invoices

Payables, Receivables & Controls:

• Process supplier invoices and initiate payments in accordance with approved terms and procedures.
• Issue customer invoices and follow up on receivables when required
• Ensure proper filing and documentation for audits and internal controls
• Assist in external audits and respond to auditor queries

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience
• Practical experience in VAT accounting and compliance in the UAE
• Strong exposure to import/export transactions and customs documentation
• Previous experience in a logistics, trading, shipping, or distribution company is highly preferred
• Knowledge of UAE VAT Law and customs procedures is an advantage
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good understanding of shipment cost allocation and landed cost concepts
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to coordinate with operations, logistics, and external parties
• Good communication and time-management skills
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Building a career as a General Accountant in Sharjah with Al Marwan Group offers excellent opportunities in a growing and competitive market. With increasing demand for skilled finance professionals.