Accountant

VML South Africa; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dubai is seeking an Accountant to join their dynamic Finance Department. In this role, you will manage vendor payments, prepare reconciliations, and support compliance efforts while ensuring financial accuracy. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Accountant.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor payments and ensure accuracy.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for bank accounts.
• Record accounting journal entries accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

Job Title: Accountant

Department: Finance

Reports To: Chief Accountant

Job Description:

The Accountant will play a crucial role within the Finance Department, responsible for a wide range of accounting functions that ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records. This position involves managing vendor payments, handling government portal transactions, monitoring various financial schedules, and supporting compliance efforts. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong analytical skills, and be capable of working effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the registration of new vendors in accordance with company requirements and established processes.
• Review, validate, and manage the weekly payment list to ensure accuracy and timely disbursements.
• Book corresponding accounting entries for all payments processed.
• Monitor and process payments for utility bills.
• Handle payment monitoring sheets in connection with specific clients.
• Monitor requirements and processes on suppliers' portals.

Reconciliations & Reporting:

• Prepare monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and vendor statements.
• Handle the replenishment, reconciliation, and recording of corresponding entries for Government portals.
• Handle the prepayments schedule reporting and monitoring.
• Monitor the lease agreements payments and record related accounting transactions.

General Accounting & Compliance:

• Record various accounting journal entries accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitor the register of cheques.
• Support in the review and documentation of SOX requirements to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Provide coordination and support to other teams within the organization as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Proven experience as an Accountant, demonstrating a solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as an effective part of a team.
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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