Associate Accountant – Dubai
Location: Dubai, UAE | Employment: Full-time, On-site
Step up your accounting career in one of the Middle East’s fastest-growing financial hubs. Trellis Accounts LLC — a CA-led professional services firm in Dubai — is hiring an Associate Accountant. This is a hands-on role that blends accounting operations, tax compliance, and advisory exposure for professionals who want meaningful on-the-job growth and real client responsibility.
About Trellis Accounts LLC
Trellis Accounts LLC is a Chartered Accountant-led professional services firm headquartered in Dubai, focused on delivering accounting, tax, advisory, business setup, and allied finance solutions to local and international clients. The firm prides itself on tailored, compliance-first services and practical advisory that help startups, SMEs, and established enterprises navigate the UAE market. Trellis blends technical accounting excellence with a friendly client-first approach — making it a great place for professionals who want mentorship from experienced CAs while working in a dynamic, multicultural setting.
Position Details
- Role: Associate Accountant
- Location: Dubai, UAE (On-site)
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Reporting to: Senior Manager – Accounting & Tax
- Team: Accounting, Tax & Advisory (Dubai office)
Roles & Responsibilities
The Associate Accountant will be responsible for managing everyday accounting tasks and supporting the delivery of client assignments with accuracy and timeliness. Core responsibilities include:
- Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping and general ledger entries for client portfolios.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with applicable standards and client expectations.
- Perform bank, vendor, customer, and intercompany reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
- Support tax compliance activities, assist with VAT/GST filings where applicable, and prepare tax schedules.
- Assist the advisory team on business setup projects, company incorporation documentation, and client onboarding processes.
- Prepare working papers, schedules, and documentation to support audits and internal reviews.
- Participate in client communications, help with ad-hoc financial analysis, and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Prior experience (1–4 years preferred) in accounting or finance roles, ideally within a firm or corporate accounting environment.
- Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, bookkeeping, and financial statement preparation.
- Hands-on experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Tally, Oracle NetSuite) and strong Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups, basic formulas).
- Good communication skills, client-facing mindset, and ability to work in a multicultural team.
- Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, or CA are desirable but not mandatory.
- Eligible to work in the UAE and available to work on-site in Dubai.
Why Join Trellis?
Working at Trellis Accounts LLC gives you:
- CA-led mentorship: Learn directly from chartered accountants who will guide technical growth and career planning.
- Varied client exposure: Work with startups, SMEs, and cross-border clients — build domain knowledge across industries.
- Professional development: Support for certifications and structured on-the-job learning.
- Career progression: Clear paths for growth into senior accounting, tax advisory, or client-facing roles.
- Regional experience: Gain practical UAE market experience — valuable for any global accounting career.
What Success Looks Like
An ideal candidate is reliable, detail-focused, proactive in identifying discrepancies or efficiency gaps, and comfortable communicating with clients and team members. You will be someone who consistently delivers accurate books, meets reporting timelines, and contributes ideas to streamline processes. Over time you will take on higher-complexity clients and advisory tasks under senior guidance.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step? Send your CV and a short cover letter to info@trellisglobal.ae with the subject line: Associate Accountant – Dubai Application.
In your email, please include:
- Current designation and total years of experience
- Brief note on accounting software and technical skills
- Current and expected CTC (if applicable)
- Notice period / earliest joining date
Conclusion
The Associate Accountant role at Trellis Accounts LLC is an excellent opportunity for early-to-mid career accounting professionals who want meaningful hands-on work, consistent mentorship, and exposure to both compliance and advisory functions. If you are accurate, curious, and serious about growing your accounting career in Dubai’s vibrant market, apply today. Trellis is looking for teammates who care about quality, client success, and continuous learning.
Apply now and start building UAE accounting experience with a CA-led team.
