Accounts Assistant

UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company; Qatar; On-site; QAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support daily financial operations in Doha. The role involves recording invoices, processing payments, and maintaining accurate records to ensure compliance and timely reporting.

You will work with SAP and Excel to reconcile statements, analyze data, and assist in budgeting and audits. A Bachelor’s degree in accounting and strong accuracy are required for this position.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with accounting software and spreadsheets.
• Ability to input and review financial data accurately.
• Strong organizational skills and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record financial transactions such as invoices, payments, and expenses into the accounting system.
• Assist in reconciling bank statements, accounts receivable, and accounts payable to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Prepare financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, to provide insights into the organization's financial performance.
• Process supplier invoices, verify accuracy, and ensure timely payments to vendors while adhering to payment terms and Company policies.
• Manage employee expense claims, verify supporting documentation, and process reimbursements in accordance with Company policies.
• Assist in analyzing financial data and trends to support decision-making processes and identify areas for improvement or cost-saving opportunities.
• Provide support during internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process by gathering data, preparing budget reports, and assisting in variance analysis.
• Assist in preparing and filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations, and maintaining accurate tax records.
• Perform various administrative tasks such as filing, maintaining financial records, responding to inquiries, and providing general support to the finance department as needed.

Skills

Accounting principles

Data entry accuracy

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The Accounts Assistant is responsible in providing vital support to financial operations by accurately recording transactions, maintaining financial records, and offering administrative assistance. They contribute to ensuring compliance with regulations, facilitating smooth financial processes, and supporting the overall financial health of the organization.

Job Responsibilities 1

Accurately record financial transactions such as invoices, payments, and expenses into the accounting system.

Assist in reconciling bank statements, accounts receivable, and accounts payable to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.

Prepare financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, to provide insights into the organization's financial performance.

Process supplier invoices, verify accuracy, and ensure timely payments to vendors while adhering to payment terms and Company policies.

Manage employee expense claims, verify supporting documentation, and process reimbursements in accordance with Company policies.

Assist in analyzing financial data and trends to support decision-making processes and identify areas for improvement or cost-saving opportunities.

Provide support during internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements.

Support the budgeting and forecasting process by gathering data, preparing budget reports, and assisting in variance analysis.

Assist in preparing and filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations, and maintaining accurate tax records.

Perform various administrative tasks such as filing, maintaining financial records, responding to inquiries, and providing general support to the finance department as needed.

Job Knowledge & Skills

Understanding of basic accounting principles, financial concepts, and procedures.

Familiarity with accounting software and spreadsheet applications for data entry, analysis, and reporting.

Ability to accurately input and review financial data, detect errors, and ensure data integrity.

Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and prioritize workload effectively.

Clear communication skills to interact with colleagues, vendors, and stakeholders, and convey financial information accurately and professionally.

ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Job Experience

Minimum 5 year(s) working experience, 3 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus

Competencies

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• Resilience
• Quality_321977507
• Agility
• Accounting Methods L2
• Accounting Systems L2
• Internal Controls L2
• Reconciliation L2
• Accounts Payable L2
• AI Fluency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or any related field