Accountant Jobs in Dubai, UAE | FounderX
FounderX is looking for a detail-oriented Accountant in Dubai with UAE accounting experience, Zoho Books knowledge and strong financial reporting skills.
About FounderX
Business Setup, Accounting and Entrepreneur Support in the UAEAt FounderX, the mission is to make entrepreneurship simple for people starting their first business, expanding in the UAE and GCC, or seeking residency support in the UAE. The company provides expert advice to help clients navigate business setup without unnecessary stress.
FounderX services include tailored business setup, business banking assistance, company registration and licensing, tax registration and filing, PRO services, marketing and branding, accounting and bookkeeping, trademark registration and product registration.
Job Overview
Job Summary
FounderX is hiring an Accountant to support bookkeeping, VAT filing, financial reporting and client account management in Dubai. This role is suitable for an organized accounting professional with UAE experience, Zoho Books knowledge and the ability to manage multiple accounts accurately.
Qualifications & Requirements
The ideal candidate for this Accountant vacancy in Dubai must meet the following criteria:
Mandatory Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of UAE accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, VAT filing and financial reporting.
- Hands-on working knowledge of Zoho Books.
- Ability to manage multiple accounts with accuracy and attention to detail.
Preferred Skills
- Experience supporting business setup, accounting services or client-facing finance operations will be an advantage.
- Proactive, deadline-driven attitude with strong ownership of assigned accounting tasks.
General Eligibility
- Must be available to work full-time in Dubai, UAE.
- Good communication skills, professional work ethics and reliable follow-through are expected.
How to Write a Strong CV for This Role
- 1Highlight your 2+ years of UAE accounting experience with clear examples of bookkeeping, VAT filing and financial reporting work.
- 2Mention your Zoho Books experience and any UAE VAT or accounting-related certifications if available.
- 3Include keywords like "Accountant", "Zoho Books", "Dubai" for ATS.
- 4Add measurable achievements such as number of accounts managed, VAT filing accuracy, reporting deadlines handled or monthly closing support.
- 5Keep it to 1–2 clean pages — recruiters scan in 30 seconds.
- 6Send your CV as a PDF to preserve formatting on every device.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Accountant job at FounderX?
Send your updated CV to hr@founderx.ae with the subject line "Accountant – Dubai".
What is the most important requirement for this Accountant vacancy?
The most important requirement is 2+ years of UAE accounting experience with strong knowledge of bookkeeping, VAT filing, financial reporting and Zoho Books.
How much experience is needed for this Accountant role?
Candidates should have at least 2 years of UAE accounting experience.
What is the salary for the Accountant job in Dubai?
The salary has not been disclosed in the job details and is expected to be competitive based on the candidate profile.
What accounting software knowledge is required?
Strong working knowledge of Zoho Books is required, along with bookkeeping, VAT filing and financial reporting skills.
