Junior Accountant (F&B)

Job Purpose:

The Junior Accountant supports the day-to-day financial operations of the company, ensuring accurate financial records, assisting in financial reporting, handling payroll (WPS), and maintaining compliance with UAE laws and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute daily bookkeeping activities, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
• Process payroll and manage Wages Protection System (WPS) submissions.
• Prepare and post monthly invoices, bank entries, and other accounting records into the accounting system.
• Perform bank, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) reconciliations.
• Maintain up-to-date sales, purchase, and accounting records to support operational and strategic goals.
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of management accounts and various financial reports for internal decision-making.
• Compile financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Monitor and file UAE VAT returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
• Support external audit processes and collaborate with auditors to ensure smooth and timely audits.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining effective internal financial controls and procedures.
• Stay current with changes in accounting standards, tax regulations, and industry practices.
• Provide administrative and financial support to the management team as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Relevant accounting certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA) are an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience, preferably within the F&B sector or a similar fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Knowledge of UAE VAT laws and practical experience in filing VAT returns.
• Experience handling WPS payroll processing.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Hands-on experience with accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, or similar systems)
• Knowledge of ORACLE  are a plus.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and high accuracy in work.
• Good analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Aptitude for numbers and a proactive approach to financial problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Our Culture:

Home isn't just a place. It's a feeling.
At Home Bakery, we believe in taking care. Care for the products we create the people we serve and the people we work alongside. Because our roots in family kitchen taught us that close relationships are the secret ingredient to success.

And it's the trust and respect within our teams that allows us to grow. Whatever path you take at Home Bakery, you'll be guided along the way. Our shared vision inspires us to explore new possibilities, new regions and new recipes.

We want our people to rise, as we rise. So, we drive excellence and develop them from day one. Whether that's sharing our steps of service, taking on fresh responsibility or trying out a new recipe there is always an opportunity to learn.

#HomeBakery - There's no place like Home.

What makes us?

Its people like you that truly make us, as we strive to explore new possibilities, new regions and new recipes. And it's our culture that makes us truly unique as a business. Here is a taster of what to expect, before you experience it for yourself. Built on care, Made by people, Growing as one.