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Accountant Salary in United Arab Emirates

Accountants prepare and analyze financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The United Arab Emirates median is $68,890 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$68,890
per year
Monthly (national)
$5,745
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$68,890
Sharjah, AE
Hourly (national)
$33.12
varies by city

Accountant salary by city in United Arab Emirates

CityPer year
Sharjah, AE$68,890
Al Ain, AE$68,890
Ajman, AE$68,890
Ras Al Khaimah, AE$68,890
Musaffah, AE$68,890
Jebel Ali, AE$68,890
Fujairah, AE$68,890
Warīsān, AE$68,890
Dubai, AE$49,558
Abu Dhabi, AE$45,473

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a accountant make in United Arab Emirates?
The national median accountant salary in United Arab Emirates is about AED 253,000 per year (AED 21,100 per month). Across 10 cities, pay ranges from about AED 167,000 to AED 253,000.
Which United Arab Emirates city pays accountants the most?
Sharjah, AE pays the most at about AED 253,000 per year.
Which United Arab Emirates city pays accountants the least?
Among cities we cover, Abu Dhabi, AE is on the lower end at about AED 167,000 per year for a accountant.
What is the typical salary range for a accountant in United Arab Emirates?
Across United Arab Emirates cities we cover, accountant pay commonly spans from about AED 92,800 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about AED 350,400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many United Arab Emirates cities have accountant salary data?
Pay by Role publishes accountant pay for 10 cities in United Arab Emirates, all shown in AED.
Is accountant in demand in United Arab Emirates?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager, Project Manager.