Junior Accountant - Pharmacy Operations

Job Summary
We are seeking a Junior Accountant to support the finance function for a multi-outlet pharmacy group based in Dubai. Working under the Accounting Manager, the role covers day to day transaction processing, reconciliations, inventory and insurance receivable records, VAT documentation, and support for the monthly close and audit across the pharmacy entities.
Key Responsibilities

• Process day to day transactions across GL, AP, and AR, and prepare bank reconciliations for entities in the group.
• Post journal entries, maintain supporting schedules, and assist with the monthly close and preparation of MIS packs.
• Prepare intercompany balance reconciliations and assist with the schedules used in group

consolidation.

• Record pharmacy inventory movements, including goods received notes, stock transfers, and expiry write-offs, and support cycle counts at outlet level.
• Maintain insurance receivable records, including claim submission logs, rejections and resubmissions, and ageing reports for review.
• Compile data and supporting documentation for UAE VAT returns and other statutory filings.
• Prepare supplier and customer reconciliations and follow up on open items, invoices, and outstanding balances.
• Prepare audit schedules and collate supporting documents requested by external auditors.
• Maintain accurate and well organised accounting records in the ERP and flag discrepancies or unusual items to the Accounting Manager.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.
• 0 to 2 years of accounting experience. Fresh graduates with strong academic records or relevant internships will be considered.
• Exposure to pharmacy, pharmaceutical distribution, or retail healthcare accounting is an advantage, not a requirement.
• Basic understanding of UAE VAT and IFRS, with a willingness to build technical knowledge on the job.
• Strong Excel skills. Exposure to any accounting ERP or pharmacy POS system is an advantage.
• UAE experience preferred. Candidates currently based in the UAE will be prioritised.
• Accurate, detail oriented, and organised, with clear communication skills and the ability to work to deadlines.