Accountant

Manpower Group Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Dubai is seeking an experienced Credit Manager to assess creditworthiness, manage accounts receivable, and support the sales team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 5+ years of experience in the UAE, and strong skills in negotiation and problem-solving. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting or audit within the UAE.
• Strong understanding of credit management, accounts receivable, and collection processes.
• Knowledge of VAT and corporate tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assess the creditworthiness of new and existing customers.
• Negotiate settlements to ensure timely payments.
• Prepare monthly reports and assist in budget preparations.

Skills

Credit management

Accounts receivable

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP accounting systems (e.g., SAP B1)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the creditworthiness of new and existing customers and regularly review customer credit limits.
• Coordinate with the Sales and Customer Care teams to follow up on overdue invoices within agreed timelines.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all debt collection activities.
• Handle disputed bills and negotiate settlements to ensure timely payments.
• Ensure invoices are accurate, correctly coded (GL and VAT), and adjusted for revenue recognition where required.
• Process and allocate receipts and payments accurately, reconciling accounts to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare monthly reports, including sales flash, MEP for HFM submission, and internal sales analyses for management.
• Assist in the preparation of forecasts, budgets, and 3-Year Plan (3YP) submissions.
• Provide management with regular updates on customer account statuses and outstanding balances, and prepare ad-hoc reports as requested by the Sales Director.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the Sales team and customers to ensure smooth credit management and prompt resolution of queries.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with company policies, VAT filing (output tax), and corporate tax requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date policies related to credit management, credit notes, and bank charges.

Skills

• Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent professional qualification (CPA preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting or audit within the UAE.
• Strong understanding of credit management, accounts receivable, and collection processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP accounting systems (e.g., SAP B1).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Knowledge of VAT and corporate tax compliance