Accountant

DDU Shipping & Logistics LLC (DDU Express) is seeking a qualified professional for the position of Accountant in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This is a Full Time opportunity in the Shipping & Logistics sector, with an advertised salary of AED 5,000–7,000 per month (Estimated). The source listing specifies the experience level as Proven accounting experience in the UAE logistics and freight-forwarding industry and the qualification requirement as Estimated Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

The position is designed for a professional who can take ownership of the responsibilities associated with the role while maintaining accuracy, clear communication, organized documentation, and effective coordination with relevant teams. Candidates should review the stated requirements carefully and make sure their CV clearly demonstrates the experience, qualifications, technical knowledge, systems exposure, and sector background requested in the vacancy.

The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the organization’s day-to-day operations and complete assigned responsibilities within required deadlines. Depending on the role, this may involve working with finance teams, management, customers, suppliers, technical specialists, project teams, or other internal and external stakeholders. Professional conduct, attention to detail, accountability, and the ability to manage priorities are important throughout the position.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accounting activities connected with logistics and freight-forwarding operations.
• Handle freight job costing, invoicing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Support VAT-related accounting and compliance activities and maintain relevant documentation.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and keep financial records accurate and complete.
• Assist with financial reporting and other accounting documentation required by the business.
• Maintain accounting records in line with UAE procedures and complete assigned finance responsibilities independently.

Requirements

Proven UAE accounting experience in logistics and freight forwarding; strong knowledge of freight job costing, invoicing, AR and AP; experience with VAT, bank reconciliation, and financial reporting; proficiency in Tally Prime and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with UAE accounting procedures and compliance; attention to detail; ability to work independently; current UAE availability preferred; immediate joiners only.

Candidates should demonstrate practical knowledge relevant to the position and be comfortable working within established procedures and reporting structures. Where UAE experience, sector-specific knowledge, professional certification, software proficiency, or specialist technical skills are stated, applicants should highlight those areas prominently in their CV. Strong written and verbal communication, organization, reliability, and attention to detail are valuable for maintaining consistent performance.

Role Details

Company: DDU Shipping & Logistics LLC (DDU Express)
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Full Time
Industry: Shipping & Logistics
Salary: AED 5,000–7,000 per month (Estimated)
Experience: Proven accounting experience in the UAE logistics and freight-forwarding industry
Qualification: Estimated Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

The role may require coordination across several functions and careful handling of information, records, reports, or customer and operational requirements. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate how their previous experience relates to the responsibilities listed above. Candidates with relevant UAE or GCC exposure should make that experience easy for recruiters to identify when reviewing their application.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send an updated CV/resume directly to [email protected]. Applicants should use a clear email subject mentioning the position and include relevant experience, qualifications, certifications, software skills, and availability in the CV. The application email below is the contact published in the original Gulf Career Hunt vacancy source.

Application Email: [email protected]