Accountant

Gulftainer; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and freight company in Sharjah is seeking an experienced accountant to manage day-to-day accounting activities, prepare bank reconciliations, and support financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in SAP and Excel. Strong attention to detail and good communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of work experience in similar roles.
• Knowledge in SAP is essential.
• Understanding of accounting concepts and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounting activities.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
• Coordinate payment and billing details.
• Manage petty cash and maintain records.
• Post journal entries accurately in SAP.
• Assist in preparation of financial reports.

Skills

Proficiency in Excel

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Commerce Graduate

Tools

SAP

Job description

Summary:

• Maintains books as per Accounting Standards, maintains records, performs banking transactions, and support in audit, and compliance for the holding companies.
• To ensure the proper maintenance of assigned Head Office accounts.
• To assist in the Treasury Function at the Head Office.
• To assist the concerned team members in ensuring that all the areas of controls are properly monitored.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Handle day-to-day accounting activities for Head Office transactions and Holding companies.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and bank correspondence, including arranging signatures for payments, letters, and cheques with authorized signatories.
• Coordinate and manage payment and billing details of external service providers, contractors, and vendors.
• Manage petty cash and maintain accurate related records.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of Accounts Payables.
• Post journal entries accurately in SAP.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial and management reports.
• Prepare intercompany reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of variances.
• Arrange for issuance of debit and credit notes to group companies.
• Support month-end financial closing activities and ensure deadlines are met.
• Verify that all payments are made in accordance with approved purchase orders and invoices.
• Execute accounting-related duties as assigned by the line supervisor or manager.

Qualifications:

Educational Background

Commerce Graduate

Technical Qualification / Certification

Knowledge in SAP

Related Work Experience

Minimum 5 years of work experience in similar roles.

Technical/Functional Competency

• Proficiency in Excel.
• Understanding of accounting concepts, including the functional knowledge of ERP systems.
• Good Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, and Attention to detail.