Senior Accountant
Company Overview:
We are a premier holiday homes and short-term rental management company based in Dubai, dedicated to maximizing property value for owners while delivering world-class stay experiences for guests. Our portfolio includes luxury residential units across the UAE’s most sought-after locations. As a leader in the tech-driven hospitality sector, we integrate advanced Property Management Systems (PMS) with streamlined financial operations. We offer a professional and high-growth environment where financial transparency and regulatory compliance are at the forefront of our business strategy. Join a team that values expertise, leadership, and the innovative spirit of the Dubai hospitality market.
Job Description:
We are looking to hire a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to lead the financial operations of our holiday homes and short-term rental portfolio. This is a high-impact role requiring a professional who can navigate complex reconciliations across multiple global booking platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com. You will be responsible for providing accurate, property-level financial reporting and ensuring that our operations remain fully compliant with UAE VAT regulations. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who can provide actionable financial insights to the executive team while mentoring junior accounting staff to maintain a culture of accuracy and excellence.
🔹 Key Responsibilities:
- Perform high-level daily revenue reconciliations between QuickBooks Online, RMS, and OTA platforms (Airbnb, Booking.com, Agoda).
- Prepare and manage detailed monthly Owner Statements, ensuring precise revenue and cost allocation per property unit.
- Oversee the full Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable cycles, including rigorous aging analysis and proactive collections.
- Reconcile bank accounts and multiple payment gateways to ensure data integrity across all digital transactions.
- Ensure full compliance with UAE VAT regulations, prepare quarterly returns, and serve as the primary point of contact for auditors.
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports, including P&L, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow summaries for the Management team.
- Track fixed assets, manage depreciation schedules, and coordinate periodic physical inventory checks.
- Mentor, train, and provide technical guidance to junior accounting staff members.
- Liaise with the Human Resources department regarding payroll processing and commission calculations.
- Collaborate with Real Estate partners and maintenance teams to ensure accurate billing for property upkeep and utility settlements.
🔹 Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is mandatory.
- Minimum 3 years of professional accounting experience, with a strong preference for hospitality or holiday home backgrounds.
- Expert-level proficiency in QuickBooks Online and advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, data modeling).
- In-depth knowledge of UAE VAT laws, statutory compliance, and the latest Corporate Tax frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex multi-unit reconciliations.
- Proven leadership or mentoring experience within a finance team.
- Ability to maintain extreme accuracy and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Professional communication skills and a proactive approach to financial management.
What We Offer:
- Monthly salary package ranging from AED 5,000 to 6,000.
- A challenging and rewarding senior role in Dubai’s booming short-term rental sector.
- Exposure to advanced hospitality-tech platforms and comprehensive property accounting.
- Opportunity for career progression and professional development in a stable hospitality group.