Accounts Executive (Trade Finance)

RAK Ceramics; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ceramics company in Ras Al Khaimah is seeking an Accounts Executive (Payable) to manage import and export trade finance activities, ensuring compliance and accurate processing. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, along with 5–7 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in SAP and strong communication skills are essential. This role plays a critical part in supporting procurement and treasury operations.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of hands-on experience in Trade Finance operations within a manufacturing or trading environment.
• Experience managing LCs, BGs, import/export documents, and SAP-related postings.
• Strong understanding of banking procedures and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end processing of Import and Local Letters of Credit (LCs).
• Handle issuance, amendments, and cancellation of Bank Guarantees (BG).
• Coordinate daily with banks for document handling and customs clearance.
• Create and book all trade finance deals in SAP.

Skills

Trade Finance operations

SAP FI skills

Documentation accuracy

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce

Tools

SAP

Job description

About the Job

Who We Are

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RAK Ceramics

RAK Ceramics is one of the largest ceramics brands globally, specializing in ceramic and gres porcelain wall and floor tiles, sanitaryware, faucets, and tableware. Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, we serve clients in over 150 countries through operational hubs in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa, Asia, North & South America, and Australia.

With over 12,000 employees from 40+ nationalities, we are a truly global and diverse organization. RAK Ceramics is publicly listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and the Dhaka Stock Exchange.

The Role

We are looking for an Accounts Executive (Payable) to independently manage and execute all import and export trade finance activities for the company. The role ensures accurate processing, compliance with banking regulations, seamless coordination with internal stakeholders, and proper documentation and accounting in SAP.

This position plays a critical role in supporting our procurement, logistics, and treasury operations by ensuring the timely and compliant handling of all trade finance instruments.

What You Will Be Doing

Letters of Credit (LC) – Import & Local

• Manage end-to-end processing of Import and Local LCs, including issuance and amendments
• Ensure LC terms accurately reflect Purchase Orders (quantity, Incoterms, prices, shipment period, tolerance, partial shipment, etc.)
• Track expiry and utilization, and initiate required amendments
• Process document acceptance and highlight discrepancies to the Purchase team

Bank Guarantees (BG)

• Handle issuance, amendments, and cancellation of Performance, Advance, and Financial Guarantees
• Track validity, commission charges, and expiry of all guarantees

Document Handling & Clearance

• Coordinate daily with banks for Arrival Advice and shipping documents
• Release documents to Purchase/Logistics for customs clearance
• Manage signatory approvals and ensure the timely release of all documents

SAP FI / TRM Entries & Reconciliations

• Create and book all trade finance deals in SAP (LC, DA/DP, BG transactions)
• Post payments for sight/usance documents, LC settlements, bank charges, and guarantee fees
• Reconcile bank charges against tariff; follow up for refunds if required
• Post and reconcile export-related charges and transactions

Funds Management

• Coordinate with Treasury for timely fund arrangements for LC maturities and sight payments
• Track due dates of DA documents and ensure timely settlement

Export Trade Finance

• Handle export documentation, negotiation, and booking of charges
• Coordinate with customers and banks for document acceptance and payment realization

VAT & Compliance

• Ensure timely collection and booking of VAT invoices from banks
• Comply with internal controls, bank policies, and regulatory requirements

MIS & Reporting

• Prepare weekly and monthly MIS reports on LC, DA/DP, BG, and bank charges
• Maintain accurate trackers for all trade finance instruments

What We Are Looking For

Some of the key competencies required for the role include:

Functional

• Strong technical knowledge of Trade Finance operations
• Excellent understanding of UCP 600, ISBP, URC 522, and Incoterms
• Strong SAP FI skills (TRM is an advantage)
• Strong documentation accuracy, coordination, and follow-up capability

Behavioural

• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy in financial data handling
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Proactive and dependable, with a strong sense of ownership

Our Ideal Match

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce (mandatory)
• 5–7 years of hands‑on experience in Trade Finance operations within a manufacturing or trading environment
• Experience managing LCs, BGs, import/export documents, and SAP-related postings
• Strong understanding of banking procedures and regulatory compliance

RAK Ceramics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, nationality, disability, age, or marital status.