Senior Accountant Jobs in Dubai, UAE | Udrive Rent a Car
Udrive Rent a Car is hiring a Senior Accountant for its Dubai office. Requires 4-6 years UAE accounting experience with strong AP and GL exposure. Pashto speaker preferred.
About Udrive Rent a Car
Leading On-Demand Car Rental & Mobility ProviderUdrive Rent A Car LLC is a leading on-demand car rental and mobility service provider in the UAE, offering flexible and innovative vehicle rental solutions via a smart digital platform across major Emirates. We are committed to delivering seamless mobility experiences through technology-driven solutions.
Job Overview
Job Summary
Udrive Rent a Car is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Accounting & Finance team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of UAE accounting experience with strong exposure to Accounts Payable and General Ledger accounting. This role involves managing supplier invoices, reconciliations, monthly accruals, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting month-end and year-end closing processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Download supplier invoices from vendor portals and emails, verify them against approved POs, contracts, GRNs, and department confirmations.
- Record invoices accurately in the ERP system with correct GL, cost center, VAT treatment, and payment terms.
- Perform supplier statement reconciliations to ensure all invoices, credit notes, payments, and outstanding balances are accurately recorded.
- Prepare weekly and monthly payment proposals and monitor accounts payable aging.
- Record monthly accruals for goods and services received where supplier invoices have not yet been received.
- Process Traffic Fine and Salik invoices and coordinate with the Billing Department for accurate customer charging.
- Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies.
- Review supplier invoices for compliance with UAE VAT regulations.
- Prepare and post monthly journal entries including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and provisions.
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations including bank, intercompany, prepaid expenses, accruals, and fixed assets.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
- Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Coordinate with Procurement, Fleet, Operations, Billing, HR, and other departments.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing reconciliations and audit schedules.
- Monitor recurring supplier contracts and operational expenses.
- Assist in maintaining the fixed asset register.
- Identify and implement process improvements for AP, General Accounting, and ERP automation.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, IFRS principles, UAE VAT regulations, and internal controls.
Qualifications & Requirements
The ideal candidate for this Senior Accountant vacancy in Dubai must meet the following criteria:
Mandatory Requirements
- Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline
- Minimum 4-6 years of relevant UAE experience in Accounting
- Strong exposure to Accounts Payable and General Ledger accounting
- Good understanding of UAE VAT regulations and IFRS principles
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, Power Query preferred)
- Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage high-volume transactions with accuracy
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional qualification such as ACCA, CMA, CA (Inter), or equivalent
- Experience with ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365)
- Proficiency in Pashto is preferred
How to Write a Strong CV for This Role
- 1Highlight your 4-6 years of UAE accounting experience with specific examples of AP and GL responsibilities.
- 2List your ERP system experience, especially Microsoft Dynamics 365 if applicable.
- 3Include keywords like "Senior Accountant", "Accounts Payable", "General Ledger", "UAE VAT", "IFRS", and "Dubai" for ATS.
- 4Emphasise your advanced Excel skills and experience with high-volume transactions.
- 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 this Senior Accountant position?
Apply online through the official Udrive careers portal at https://zimyo.work/recruit/career/details/Mjg0MTc%3D/NDkyMA%3D%3D. Applications are valid until 31 August 2026.
What is the most important requirement for this role?
The most critical requirements are 4-6 years of UAE accounting experience with strong exposure to Accounts Payable and General Ledger accounting.
What qualification is required for this job?
A Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce is required. Professional qualifications like ACCA, CMA, or CA (Inter) are preferred.
What is the salary for this position?
The salary is competitive and will be discussed during the interview process based on experience and qualifications.
When is the joining date?
This is an immediate joining position. Candidates must be available to start as soon as possible.
