Banking, Tax & Accounting
Bookkeeping & Accounting Services in Dubai
Bookkeeping records every transaction, and accounting turns those records into financial statements. In the UAE, accurate books are the base for VAT returns, Corporate Tax filings and audits, and for the substance and record-keeping needed to keep tax reliefs.
Last reviewed · Reviewed by Mahmoud Mansour, Founder & Managing Director (lawyer in the UAE since 2006) · EH Management Consultancy LLC, Dubai
At a glance
Key facts about bookkeeping & Accounting
- Outputs
- Ledgers, bank reconciliations, management reports, financial statements
- Linked obligations
- VAT returns, Corporate Tax returns, audit
- Record keeping
- Records must be retained and available on request
- Delivery
- Monthly plan or one-off clean-up
- Software
- Cloud accounting platforms
Who it is for
Is this the right service for you?
- Start-ups without finance staff
- SMEs preparing for VAT and tax
- Free zone companies needing audited accounts
- Owners with backlog records
Process
How it works, step by step
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01
Onboard and review
Assess existing records and chart of accounts.
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02
Set up systems
Configure accounting software and bank feeds.
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03
Monthly processing
Record, categorise and reconcile transactions.
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04
Reporting
Deliver management reports and VAT and tax schedules.
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05
Year-end
Prepare statements for audit and filing.
Documents
What you typically need
- Bank statements
- Sales and purchase invoices
- Payroll records
- Prior-year accounts
- Trade licence and tax numbers
Cost
What drives the price
Fees depend on your situation, so we quote after a short consultation with no hidden extras. The main factors are:
- Monthly transaction volume
- Payroll size
- Backlog months to update
- Reporting complexity
Frequently asked
Questions about bookkeeping & Accounting
Is bookkeeping mandatory for UAE companies?
Companies must maintain proper accounting records, and tax laws require records to support returns. The specific obligations depend on the entity and tax status.
What is the difference between bookkeeping and accounting?
Bookkeeping records transactions; accounting analyses them and prepares financial statements and reports.
Do I need audited accounts?
Some free zones and tax regimes require audited accounts. Requirements depend on jurisdiction and status.
Can you fix backlog records?
Yes, backlog clean-up and reconciliation is a common starting engagement.
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