Junior Accountant (Arabic Speaker)

About the Role

Terracotta is a UAE-based outsourcing business focused on recruitment, manpower, visa outsourcing, EOR/PEO, business setup, PRO support, and wider corporate services. The team is hiring a Junior Accountant who can handle routine finance work while communicating confidently in Arabic and English.

This is a full-time position based in Abu Dhabi or Dubai. The role suits someone who is detail-focused, organized, and comfortable supporting day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-moving environment.

Accounting and Finance Duties

• Support the daily accounting workflow and process financial transactions accurately.
• Prepare and update invoices, payment vouchers, and journal entries.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Match bank statements with internal records and resolve variances.
• Keep financial paperwork properly organized and documented.

Reporting and Month-End Support

• Help prepare monthly financial reports and reconciliation statements.
• Assist with closing tasks at month end.
• Check financial records for accuracy and follow up on mismatches.
• Maintain accounting files and records that are ready for audit review.

Compliance and Coordination

• Work in line with company finance policies and internal procedures.
• Coordinate with other departments on invoices, payments, and supporting documents.
• Support VAT-related paperwork and finance operations when needed.

Administrative Support

• Provide administrative help to the finance team as required.
• Handle financial and company information with strict confidentiality.
• Take on additional accounting and finance tasks when assigned.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar field is required.
• Ideally, candidates should have 1 to 3 years of accounting experience.
• Good knowledge of core accounting concepts and finance processes is expected.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting or ERP systems are needed.
• Good numerical ability, analysis skills, and attention to detail are important.
• Ability to handle deadlines and work effectively in a busy environment is required.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities are necessary.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English is mandatory.

Preferred Profile

• Prior exposure to ERP or accounting software is an advantage.
• Candidates who can join immediately or on short notice are preferred.

Important Notes

• Arabic language proficiency is compulsory for this position.
• The role may involve communication with Arabic-speaking clients and stakeholders.
• Applicants should be well organized and highly detail-oriented.

Work Culture

Terracotta highlights a workplace where contributions are valued, ideas are heard, and achievements are recognized.