Bookkeeping Services in UAE
Clean books — the base for every financial decision
We handle your monthly bookkeeping end-to-end — for a fraction of the cost of a full-time accountant. Transaction recording, bank reconciliation, period close: your numbers are always accurate, timely and audit-ready.
From AED 700/month — vs AED 5,000+ for a full-time accountant
Mainland & Free Zone · Monthly close · First Bit / QuickBooks / Zoho / Xero / Google SheetsThis service is right for you if
New company in UAE
You registered recently and need proper accounting set up from day one — before your first tax filing deadline.
No in-house accountant
You manage finances yourself or with a part-time hire and the quality is inconsistent. You need someone reliable.
Growing business
Volume has increased and the books are falling behind. You need a proper monthly process, not a quarterly catch-up.
Preparing for CT or VAT filing
A tax deadline is approaching and you need clean, reconciled records that a return can be built on.
Switching providers
Your current bookkeeper is slow or unreliable. We take over with minimal disruption.
Everything you need — nothing you don't
Full monthly bookkeeping — everything your accounts need to be clean, current and ready for any reporting or filing.
- Transaction recording and categorisation
- Bank and credit card reconciliation
- Accounts receivable and payable tracking
- Monthly period close and trial balance
- Chart of accounts setup and maintenance
- Payroll journal entries
- Expense monitoring and cost allocation
- Accounting software setup (First Bit, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, or Xero) included in onboarding
- Google Sheets / Excel structured workbooks — for clients who prefer not to use accounting software on request
- Pre-audit file preparation on request on request
From messy records to clean monthly close
Bookkeeping is included in every monthly plan
From AED 700/month — several times less than a full-time accountant (AED 5,000–15,000/month). All plans include monthly bookkeeping and period close.
Start
AED 700 / month
Up to 20 transactions · monthly close
Grow
AED 2,000 / month
Up to 150 transactions · full accounting + statements
Scale
On request
Unlimited transactions · custom scope
One-off service — fixed rate, no subscription
Accounting restoration
Restoring books for periods that were not maintained or maintained incorrectly. Priced per month of accounting to restore, depending on transaction volume.
from AED 1,000 / month
OrderInternal accounting audit
Review of prior period records to identify errors, gaps and compliance issues. Priced per month reviewed, depending on transaction volume.
from AED 1,000 / month
OrderCommon questions about bookkeeping in UAE
Is bookkeeping mandatory for companies in UAE?
Yes. All legal entities registered in the UAE — mainland and free zone — are required to maintain proper accounting records. This obligation applies under the UAE Commercial Companies Law and was reinforced by Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on Corporate Tax, which came into effect on 1 June 2023. Records must be retained for a minimum of 7 years. Companies without proper books cannot file a correct Corporate Tax return and risk FTA penalties starting at AED 10,000.
What accounting software do you use?
We work with First Bit (1C for UAE), QuickBooks Online, Zoho Books and Xero. If you already use one, we connect and take over. If you're starting fresh, we will recommend the most suitable option for your business. For smaller companies or those who prefer flexibility, we can also maintain structured bookkeeping in Google Sheets or Excel. The software subscription is billed separately.
How soon do you close the books each month?
We deliver the period close and monthly summary by the 10th of the following month, provided all bank statements and source documents are shared on time.
Can you take over from our current bookkeeper?
Yes. We start with a catch-up review, identify gaps or errors and clean up the file before taking over the monthly process. Transition typically takes 1–2 weeks.
Is bookkeeping required if we have a Corporate Tax obligation?
Absolutely. The FTA requires taxable persons to maintain proper accounting records for a minimum of 7 years. Your CT return is built directly from your books — if the books are wrong, the return is wrong.
Is an audit of financial statements mandatory for my company?
It depends on your jurisdiction and revenue. Mainland companies: audited financial statements are mandatory for Corporate Tax purposes once revenue exceeds AED 50 million in a tax period (Ministerial Decision No. 82 of 2023, updated by No. 84 of 2025). Qualifying Free Zone Persons must have audited statements regardless of revenue. Free zones: the requirement is set by each zone — some require it for annual licence renewal regardless of revenue. Meydan Free Zone and RAKEZ: an audit is mandatory — audited financial statements are required as part of annual licence renewal. We prepare audit-ready files and coordinate with your auditor end-to-end.
What documents do you need from us each month?
Bank statements, credit card statements, invoices issued, expense receipts and payroll summaries. We send a monthly checklist so nothing is missed.
Do you provide financial statements?
Yes. Every monthly close includes a P&L and balance sheet. Cash flow statement and management reports are available in higher-tier plans.
What is the difference between bookkeeping and management reporting?
Bookkeeping is the recording of transactions and maintaining accurate books — the foundation. Management reporting is the analysis layer on top: dashboards, KPIs, segment profitability, forecasts. We offer both as part of our service plans.