Accountant – Finance, General Ledger

Headquartered in Dubai, UAE, The First Group is a dynamic, integrated global property developer with a fast-growing portfolio of upscale hotels, residential properties, F&B brands and real estate asset management services. Since our launch in 2005, we have carved a highly successful niche offering unrivalled property investment opportunities in high-growth markets to clients from more than 70 countries worldwide.

We were among the first developers to identify the tremendous potential in providing private investors the opportunity to purchase hotel guestrooms, suites and serviced apartments in our collection of upscale properties located in highly popular locations across Dubai. We back up our success with a list of International Property awards along with strategic partnerships with companies such as Wyndham Hotel group, Millennium Hotels, Emirates Airlines and Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts.

To successful candidates, we offer a diverse progressive corporate working environment with clear growth potential along with award winning sales & marketing tools, a state of the art showroom featuring Dubai’s only virtual helicopter tour and endorsements from a number of international sporting celebrities.

We are looking for a motivated Accountant - General Ledger– to support Senior Accountant. The ideal candidate will assist in month-end closing and Property management daily task requests and queries.

Month-End Closing & Reporting:

• Assist with month end close requirements(bank transactions posting, prepayments, accrual, management fees and operator receivable), and any other tasks as required.
• Assist team members with operational queries and escalate issues to senior leadership when necessary.
• Collaborate with the finance team on month-end close activities by ensuring all relevant data is accurately posted and reconciled.
• Reconcile intercompany transactions with Main Business and Hotels.
• Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and year-end financial reports.

Property Management Support:

• Reconcile tenant receipts (cash and cheques-Bank statement) vs the CRM, communicate any discrepancy.
• Regular booking in system all receipts and any unidentifiable receipts.
• Monthly preparation of tax invoice for owners’ management fees and intercompany invoices.
• Prepare various statement of accounts for owners.
• Reconciliation owners’ Income, service charge, utilities, and other expenses.
• Assist on owner’s service and operation requests and other task assigned by Senior leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (CPA/ACCA or equivalent certification preferred).
• 2+ years of relevant experience in general accounting roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience accounting.
• Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., AX Dynamics, D365 Fno) and financial reporting tools.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Familiarity with month-end close processes, cost analysis, and intercompany reconciliation.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.