Bookkeeping Services in the UAE
Every transaction recorded, every account reconciled and your VAT return ready to file. Simple, monthly bookkeeping done by accountants who also understand the tax side.
- MonthlyFrequency
- Reconciled ledgerDeliverable
- VAT and corporate taxTies into
How it works in the UAE
Good bookkeeping is boring in the best way: transactions coded correctly, receipts attached, bank accounts matching to the dirham. When it is done every month, VAT returns take hours instead of days and year end becomes a formality.
We code with VAT and corporate tax in mind from day one, so blocked input tax, entertainment, owner expenses and related party payments are separated before they cause a problem.
What the service includes
Daily transaction recording
Sales, purchases, receipts and payments entered and documented.
General ledger management
Accounts kept tidy with consistent coding.
Accounts payable and receivable
Ageing reports and payment reminders.
Bank reconciliation
All bank, card and payment gateway accounts reconciled.
Expense tracking and management
Expense claims and receipts captured and checked.
Financial reports preparation
Monthly profit and loss and balance sheet.
Who it is for
- Small businesses and start ups
- Founders doing their own books today
- E-commerce businesses with many small transactions
- Companies that need VAT ready numbers each quarter
How we work with you
Connect
We connect bank feeds and agree how documents reach us.
Record
Transactions are coded weekly or monthly.
Reconcile
Accounts are reconciled and queries sent to you in one list.
Report
You receive monthly reports and VAT figures.
Documents we usually need
- Bank and card statements
- Sales invoices and receipts
- Purchase invoices and bills
- Expense receipts
- Payroll summary
We confirm the exact list after a short review, as requirements vary by authority and case.
Record keeping rules and penalties
| Rule | Detail |
|---|---|
| Corporate tax records | Keep for at least 7 years after the end of the tax period. |
| VAT records | Keep for at least 5 years after the end of the tax period (longer for real estate). |
| Failure to keep records (corporate tax) | AED 10,000 for each violation, AED 20,000 for a repeat within 24 months. |
| Failure to keep records (VAT) | AED 10,000, rising to AED 20,000 for a repeat within 24 months. |
| Records not provided in Arabic on request | AED 5,000. |
| IFRS for SMEs | Allowed where revenue is below AED 50 million. |
Sources: Federal Decree Law No. 47 of 2022, Art. 56; Cabinet Decision No. 75 of 2023; Cabinet Decision No. 129 of 2025; Ministerial Decision No. 114 of 2023. Checked November 2026. Rules change, so we confirm the position for your case.
Questions we hear often
What is the difference between bookkeeping and accounting?
Bookkeeping records and reconciles transactions. Accounting builds on that with reporting, adjustments, financial statements and tax.
How much does bookkeeping cost?
It depends mainly on transaction volume. Our fee estimator on the tools page gives a quick indication, and we confirm a fixed monthly fee after a short review.
Can you work with receipts on WhatsApp or photos?
Yes. We can set up a capture tool so photos and PDFs go straight into the accounting system.
Do you file VAT returns too?
Yes. Most bookkeeping clients add quarterly VAT return filing.
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Get a fixed quote for bookkeeping services
Tell us a little about your business. We will reply within one business day with what is needed, the timeline and a fixed fee.
- Straight answers from qualified accountants and tax agents
- Fixed fees agreed before we start
- Office in Al Fahidi, Dubai, and support across the UAE
An adviser will be in touch shortly. For anything urgent, message us on WhatsApp or call +971 56 505 9557.