Junior Accountant - Group Accounts Payable Services

Emirates; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their dynamic team in Dubai. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely processing of invoices and maintaining accurate financial records. You will work closely with various stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and improve accounting processes. This position offers an attractive tax-free salary along with travel benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a vibrant city. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will directly impact financial operations and support strategic initiatives.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Travel benefits

Flight discounts

Hotel stay discounts

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Core Accounts Payable functions.
• Degree in Finance or Accounts is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely processing and reconciliation of supplier invoices.
• Resolve disputes and discrepancies with stakeholders.
• Identify areas for improvement in accounting processes.

Skills

Core Accounts Payable

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Finance

Degree in Accounts

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Purpose

As a Junior Accountant, you will ensure timely processing, accounting, and payments of supplier invoices, incentives, and refunds. You will carry out processing and reconciliation of transactions, providing assurance on completeness and accuracy through internal control and reviews. You will monitor movements in balances and ensure accurate reconciliations and accruals through reviews and reconciliations. Additionally, you will compile, monitor, and follow up on accounting and control reports from outstations, validating contents through appropriate analysis.

In This Role, You Will

1. Ensure accurate and prompt invoice processing to facilitate timely month-end closing. Review accruals to ensure timely payments.
2. Reconcile supplier statements to verify correctness and validity. Conduct regular reconciliations in line with company policy and follow up on outstanding items.
3. Ensure validity of accounting entries to correct accounts.
4. Assist in reconciliation and analysis of relevant accounts to identify anomalies or discrepancies within agreed timeframes, ensuring the company's books reflect the correct transaction statuses.
5. Resolve disputes, queries, and discrepancies with internal and external stakeholders.
6. Track and resolve recoverable balances within agreed timeframes to ensure timely recoveries.
7. Identify areas for improvement and actively participate in projects, system testing, and process changes to deepen knowledge and improve business processes.
8. Support strategic department and finance initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

To be considered for the role, you must meet the following requirements:

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in Core Accounts Payable functions.
• Degree in Finance or Accounts.

You'll Have An Edge If You Have

• Knowledge of accounting, preferably with airline industry experience.
• Proficiency in office automation software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, across various stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Ability to work independently within an established framework.

Salary & Benefits

Join us in Dubai to enjoy an attractive tax-free salary and travel benefits, including discounts on flights and hotel stays worldwide. For more information about our employee benefits, visit the Working Here section of our website. Discover what it's like to live and work in our cosmopolitan city in the Dubai Lifestyle section.