Accountants and finance professionals are needed by almost every type of UAE business, from trading companies and contractors to hotels, schools and multinationals. Typical roles include general accountants, accounts payable and receivable specialists, payroll officers, financial analysts, auditors and finance managers.
Since VAT and corporate tax were introduced, UAE tax knowledge has become a standard requirement in many job descriptions. Experience with ERP and accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, Tally or Zoho Books, strong Excel skills and progress towards qualifications like ACCA, CMA or CPA all strengthen an application.
Below are the live finance and accounting vacancies on Hire Emirates Hub. Before negotiating an offer, check our UAE salary guide and how end-of-service gratuity is calculated — accountants are often asked about it by colleagues too.