Job Description

WHO WE ARE



WeLearn is a recently created startup founded by two former Google and Facebook Strategists and Project Managers experiencing extremely rapid growth. At WeLearn, we partner with content creators and influencers and support them in running their businesses.


We are an extremely motivated, ambitious and passionate team.


We are looking for talented and driven individuals who want to join a vibrant company like no other.


ABOUT THE FOUNDERS


• Davide Delgrossi, Founder and CEO, ex Google, CEMS and Rotterdam School of Management Alumnus
• Diego Beccarelli, Co-Founder and COO, ex-Meta (Facebook) and Roland Berger, CEMS and London School of Economics Alumnus.


HOW WE IMAGINE YOU



As a Junior Financial Analyst, you will be key in supporting the financial planning and decision-making processes. You will analyse financial data, prepare reports, and contribute to budget forecasting, ensuring that our financial strategies align with company objectives.



Your attention to detail and analytical skills will be vital in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES


Accounting Duties:


• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements in compliance with UAE financial regulations (e.g., VAT, IFRS).
• Reconcile bank accounts and financial discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with company financial policies, tax regulations, and local accounting standards.
• Ensure timely disbursement and tax filings.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and ensure timely payment to authorities.
• Assist with audits by providing necessary financial documentation.
• Manage accounting software and databases, ensuring data accuracy and security.


General Administrative Duties:


• Assist with company registration, licensing, and renewals through the DMCC Portal.
• Manage employee visa and residency applications.
• Process payments for licensing and other services.


KEY REQUIREMENTS


• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, ACCA, or similar certification is a plus).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, preferably within the UAE or the GCC region.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE VAT laws, accounting software (e.g., Tally, Zoho, Salesforce).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial tools.
• Fluent in English (Arabic is a plus).


OUR OFFER AND BENEFITS


• Location: Dubai, Hybrid
• Contract: Employment
• Start Time: ASAP
• PTO, Italian bank holidays, sick leave days and more!


WHY YOU MIGHT •NOT• BE EXCITED ABOUT US


• We're a small team, so if you like more established companies, this role isn't for you. You'll help create our company's culture.
• We're an early-stage startup. Projects and priorities are likely to shift. You see this as an opportunity, not a problem.
• You should be comfortable with navigating uncertainty.
• WeLearn is a pro-startup, pro-tech organisation. If that's not your thing, this isn't the place for you.


If you made it this far down the list, you must be interested. While you may not possess all of the experience and skills we are looking for, passion for the role and a strong motivation go a long way. You have a thirst for learning, you are ambitious, and you like working with a team who shares those attributes.


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