Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant

Onsite, Dubai

Fixed term, 6 months

About Us 

James Fisher is a global engineering services company. From our origins as a ship owner and operator, we’ve evolved to provide the expertise and innovative technology our customers need in the harshest of environments across Energy, Defence and Maritime Transport. 

We are relied on to help our customers deliver on their promises and realise their ambitions safely, efficiently and responsibly. 

We have a strong heritage built on the foundations of our people and innovation. Alongside our valuable partnerships with customers, communities and suppliers, we are embedding a more sustainable approach across our business. 

Our strategy is centered around the One James Fisher ambition. We are building a stronger, more cohesive engineering service company operating in the Blue Economy. 

• The Energy Division provides safe, sustainable products and services for two core markets, oil and gas and renewables.
• The Defence Division provides underwater systems and life support capabilities, for the defence and commercial diving markets.
• Maritime Transport is a leading provider of global maritime shipping and ship-to-ship (STS) transfer services.

Together, we are building a brighter, bolder and more innovative future. 

The Role

As a Junior Accountant, you’ll support the Finance Team in managing day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, bank and general ledger reconciliations, and expense tracking. You’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end close processes, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial regulations. This role also involves contributing to the implementation of IFS and helping the team meet group-set deadlines.

This is a fixed term role for 6 month with possible extension upon review.

Principle Accountabilities 

• Assist with day-to-day accounting tasks and data entry
• Perform general ledger (GL) reconciliations
• Handle bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Manage purchase invoice processing, PO Reconciliations, Stock checks
• Process employee expense claims with accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain and archive financial documents for audit and compliance purposes
• Support the team in preparing reports and maintaining financial records
• Work closely with senior accountants on various projects
• Use accounting software and Excel to update records and generate reports
• Assists in travel ticket bookings
• Other ad hoc tasks as assigned by the seniors

  Qualifications and Experience 

• A degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Knowledge of ERP System preferably Sage or Quick Books, not mandatory
• Up to 2 years of accounting or finance experience
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn
• Familiarity with Excel and basic accounting software
• Good communication and time management skills

If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click ‘apply’ now!  

You can find out more about James Fisher & Sons group companies and valued behaviours by watching a short film here: We are One James Fisher - YouTube  

Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. 

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce. For more information Click here