Accountant & Retail

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent finance company in Dubai seeks an Accounts Executive to support the accounting team in maintaining accurate financial reports and ensuring internal compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in finance and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include monitoring the General Ledger, generating MIS reports, and collaborating with vendors. This position also requires skills in Excel and knowledge of ERP systems, making it crucial for a successful finance operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Accounts Executive or Accounts Assistant.
• Experience in tax accounting is advantageous.
• Knowledge of tax filing processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain the General Ledger (G/L) and sub ledger.
• Prepare and scrutinize G/L schedules.
• Reconcile various GL accounts for monthly reporting.
• Generate detailed MIS reports.
• Handle petty cash for RSO, ensuring accurate reconciliation.
• Coordinate with Shared Service AP team for account reconciliations.
• Analyze travel expenses and maintain monthly schedules.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies.
• Create Local Purchase Orders and manage invoice verification.
• Work on clearing accounts including cash and credit cards.
• Generate inter-company reports and follow up on invoices.
• Provide timely finance-related information to departments.
• Coordinate with vendors for proper invoice submission.

Skills

Managing General Ledger

Report generation

Compliance with policies

Collaboration with vendors and teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance

Tools

Excel

MS Office

SAP or similar ERP systems

Job description

Overview Of The Role:

The Accounts Executive plays a vital role in the finance department by supporting the accounting team to ensure smooth business operations. Responsible for monitoring and maintaining accurate accounting figures and financial reports, the role demands vigilant scrutiny of the General Ledger and the management of accounts payable. The Accounts Executive also ensures adherence to internal controls and financial policies, collaborates with various teams and external vendors, and supports compliance efforts particularly in tax-related accounting. Success in this role is measured by the precision in financial data management and timely delivery of reports, contributing to the overall financial health and transparency of the company.

What You Will Do:

• Monitor and maintain the General Ledger (G/L) and sub ledger to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and scrutinize G/L schedules for review by the line manager.
• Reconcile various GL accounts and prepare action-triggering schedules for monthly reporting.
• Generate detailed MIS reports for departmental review, ensuring compliance with group accounting policies.
• Handle petty cash for the Regional Service Office (RSO), ensuring accurate reconciliation and compliance with company procedures.
• Coordinate with the Shared Service AP team to reconcile inventory and accounts payable control GL accounts.
• Analyze travel expenses and maintain monthly schedules.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company financial policies.
• Create and circulate Local Purchase Orders (LPOs) for department heads and manage invoice verification.
• Work on clearing accounts including cash, credit card, forex, and others on a monthly basis.
• Generate inter-company reports, follow up on pending invoices, and coordinate with retail finance on ICMs.
• Provide timely and accurate finance-related information to all departments, serving as an information hub.
• Coordinate with vendors for proper invoice submission to recover VAT.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Proficiency in managing General Ledger and accounts reconciliation.
• Strong report generation and MIS capabilities.
• Ability to ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.
• Excellent collaboration skills with vendors and internal teams.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Bachelor's degree in finance.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Accounts Executive or Accounts Assistant.
• Experience in tax accounting is advantageous.
• Proficient in Excel, MS Office, and SAP or similar ERP systems; knowledge of tax filing processes preferred.

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