Jobs at Al Futtaim in United Arab Emirates

Branch Accountant - AF Motors- Lexus - Ras Al Khaimah

Al-Futtaim Motors occupies the pre-eminent position of the largest distributor of automotive products in the Emirates, and leads the rapid development of automobile business in the UAE, while continuing to contribute to Toyota's worldwide growth.

Today, Al-Futtaim Motors is synonymous with Toyota and Lexus, which enjoy undisputed leadership in the UAE in terms of the largest number of vehicles on the road. Besides Toyota, we also hold exclusive franchises for some of the world's top automobiles and automotive products like Hino - Japan's leading heavy-duty vehicle manufacturer, Toyo & Chen shin/ Maxxis tyres, GS & Panasonic batteries and many more.

We are currently looking for an experienced Branch Accountant to be part of the Lexus team in RAK. The responsibilities of the role will include:

1. Verification of Cash and Cheque Deposits: Verify all cash & cheque transactions from the previous day and encode into SAP
2. Authorize release of vehicle Customs Certificate (VCC) and Sale Letter
3. Authorizing final release of Vehicle for customer delivery
4. Review all sale document packs per sale as follows:
1. Cleared funds prior to vehicle release
2. All relevant AFM document processes are strictly adhered to ensure all bank payments are met
3. Sight of registration card and copy is attached to file
4. Customer name matches, bank name, mortgage number, insurance details are correct on the registration card
5. When financed the original insurance policy to be submitted at all times with hire purchase
6. Assignee clause is without error
7. All cash sales registered in 3rd party, the necessary undertaking letter must be present (company sales on headed paper)
5. Sale document pack submission to AFSS & AFS/Bank & Debt and submit all deal packs for full bank payment to be completed & monitored for payment collection

English - Fluent / Excellent
Arabic - Fluent / Excellent

Any

Any

The successful candidate will possess the following qualities:

• Strong computer skills - ERP knowledge, preferably SAP, advanced MS-Excel knowledge
• Must have an Accounting qualification
• Excellent English & Arabic communication skills, both written and verbal is essential
• Excellent with time management and with an auditing mind
• Ability to work well in a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to communicate at all management levels
• Minimum 2 Years work experience
• Motor trade experience is preferred but not essential

About The Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself as one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Group’s continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Group’s belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.