Junior Accountant

Job Description

Job Title: Junior Accountant cum Admin

Location: Dubai, UAE

Company: EdNex

Job Summary

EdNex Educational Aids Trading LLC is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant cum Admin with 1–3 years of experience to support the company's finance and administrative operations. The ideal candidate will assist in day-to-day accounting activities while ensuring the smooth functioning of office administration. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial documentation.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Prepare invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and journal entries.
• Perform bank, customer, and supplier reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and management accounts.
• Support VAT preparation, filing, and compliance activities.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on customer payments.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding payments and account statements.
• Maintain proper filing of financial records and supporting documents.
• Assist in payroll processing and employee reimbursement records.
• Support audit activities and provide documentation as required.
• Assist in inventory reconciliation and stock-related accounting activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial procedures.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the Finance and Administration departments.
• Maintain office records, files, and company documentation.
• Coordinate office supplies and vendor purchases.
• Assist with travel arrangements, flight bookings, hotel reservations, and visa documentation.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence professionally.
• Schedule meetings and maintain calendars when required.
• Support HR with employee documentation, onboarding, and administrative tasks.
• Coordinate courier services and document dispatch.
• Assist in maintaining office assets and administrative records.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in the UAE.
• Hands-on experience with Zoho Books is mandatory.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and UAE VAT regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.

Preferred

• Experience in a trading, technology, engineering, or education-related organization.
• Familiarity with inventory and procurement-related accounting processes.
• Experience with other Zoho applications (Zoho Inventory, Zoho Expense, Zoho CRM, etc.) is an added advantage.
• Professional accounting certification or ongoing qualification will be an added advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Medical insurance and benefits as per UAE Labour Law.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Work Location: In person