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Main Accountabilities
The position of an accountant will be based in Dubai United Arab Emirates. It shall report
directly to the Finance Shared Services Centre Manager. This position shall be primarily
responsible for the management and reporting of financial data of the Company.
Detailed Job Description
Post purchase invoices employee expense claims and liaise with ancillary
departments to ensure that relevant approvals are obtained per the workflow
Update banks and prepare bank reconciliation statements
Post sales invoices and control the settlements with customers
Verify allocate post and reconcile transactions by ensuring the accounting treatment of
an entitys transactions
Analyze financial information and summarize financial status as per the business
requirements
Prepare periodic reconciliations of intercompany balances and vendor/customer
balances
Assistance with the closing of the periodic accounts and associated analysis and
summary documents; ensure the reliability of monthly accounts in accordance with
IFRS and the annual accounts in accordance with local standards and the
responsibility for the financial data obtained
Ensure the compliance with accounting and financial procedures and internal control
rules defined by the Group
Liaise with other transverse financial functions
Support with the annual audit of the books of account
Contribute to the continuous improvement of the performance of accounting and
financial processes with regard to the accounting and financial information systems
implemented.
Qualifications :
Bachelors degree in accounting or finance with at least 1 or 2 years of work
experience in accounting with thorough knowledge of accounting procedures and
principles.
2/3
Sector experience in construction engineering or global multinational or similar highly
preferred.
Proven financial analysis skills experience with monthend review and analysis of P&L
and BS.
Experience with budgeting and cash forecasts and creating financial statements.
Experience with general ledger functions and the monthend/year end close process.
Excellent accounting software and Excel/Google sheet user and administration skills.
Accuracy and attention to detail with high focus on suppliers payments.
Good knowledge and practice of accounting and financial techniques (IFRS standards
and local accounting and tax rules).
Good knowledge of accounting and financial processes for both internal control and
procedural efficiency.
Good knowledge of accounting and financial information systems.
Ability to organize and plan the process of periodic account closing and meet
accounting and tax deadlines.
Additional Information :
Attention to Detail: Accountants need to be meticulous in their work as they deal with
numbers financial data and complex calculations.
Analytical Skills: They should possess strong analytical abilities to interpret financial
information identify trends and solve problems.
Integrity: Integrity is crucial in accounting as accountants handle sensitive financial
information. They must adhere to ethical standards and maintain confidentiality.
Organizational Skills: Accountants often manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Being
organized helps them prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
Time Management: Efficient time management ensures that deadlines are met
reports are prepared accurately and financial tasks are completed in a timely manner.
Communication Skills: Accountants need to communicate financial information
effectively to various stakeholders including colleagues clients and management.
Clear and concise communication is essential.
Adaptability: The accounting field is constantly evolving due to changes in
regulations technology and business practices. Accountants should be adaptable and
willing to learn new skills and software.
ProblemSolving Skills: Accountants encounter complex financial issues that require
problemsolving abilities to analyze situations and find solutions.
Numerical Aptitude: Strong numerical skills are essential for accountants to perform
calculations accurately and efficiently.
Teamwork: While accountants may work independently on certain tasks they also
collaborate with colleagues auditors and other professionals. Being a team player is
beneficial in achieving common goals.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Full-time