
About Principia – Chartered Accountants in Dubai
At Principia Accounting & Finance, we’re Chartered Accountants in Dubai with a difference — we specialize in helping startups and growing SMEs scale with clarity, control, and confidence.
We understand the fast pace, tight budgets, and compliance pressures of building a business in the UAE. Our mission is simple: take the stress out of accounting so you can focus on running your business.
Whether you’re launching your first venture or scaling with investor support, we offer Chartered Accountant services in Dubai that are accurate, timely, and tailored to the needs of early stage companies. From VAT compliance to monthly bookkeeping, we’re the partner that growing businesses trust.

Meet the Founder
I’m Richard and I began my finance career at a Top 10 UK accounting firm where I qualified as an ICAEW Chartered Accountant. I trained in accounting and auditing SMEs across a range of sectors, then gained years of commercial experience in the food, education, and wholesale industries. I now run Principia providing accounting support for startups and SMEs in Dubai.

Your Trusted Chartered Accountant Firm in Dubai
After relocating to the UAE, I worked at one of the best-funded startups in Middle East history. It was there I saw firsthand how rapidly startups in Dubai grow — and how often they lack financial partners who truly understand their journey.
I started Principia to fill that gap: to offer Chartered Accountant services in Dubai designed for founders, by someone who understands their journey firsthand. I saw too many early-stage companies struggling with accountants who didn’t understand the speed or pressure of startup life. So I set out to build the kind of firm I wish more founders had access to.

Who We Help
- Early-stage startups, freelancers, consultants, and solopreneurs who are bootstrapping, are pre-revenue and building toward an MVP.
- Seed and pre-seed funded startups that have launched an MVP and are starting to generate revenue.
- Series A and B startups with growing teams and increasing financial complexity.
Whether you’re bootstrapping or backed by investors, our Chartered Accountant services are designed to scale with your business.

What Makes Us Different from Other Chartered Accountant Companies in Dubai
- Fixed-fee pricing — so you know what you’re paying each month with no surprises.
- Easy-to-read financial reports — because founders shouldn’t need to decode spreadsheets.
- Deep UAE expertise — including up-to-date knowledge of VAT and corporate tax laws.
- Quick turnaround and local support — we’re based in Dubai and work on your schedule.
- Scalable service — from pre-revenue startups to post-Series A companies, we adapt with you.

Ready to Work with Chartered Accountants Who Understand Dubai startups?
Let’s simplify your finances and set your business up for sustainable growth. Book a free consultation with a Chartered Accountant in Dubai today—and see what’s possible when your accountant actually gets your business.
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