General accountant - united arab emirates, dubai

. key responsibilities: record, classify and summarize accounting transactions to compile various documents and verify their accuracy. assemble documents for computer input of itemized charges, account numbers, total costs and to authorizepayments in accordance with established procedures. post journal entries accurately to tally balance sheets. maintain records through filing, retrieval, retention, storage, compilation, coding and updating. respond to inquiries to locate and resolve discrepancies. compute figures to determine balance, differences, adjustments, reviewing and totals to reconcile all transactionsat the end of each day. effectively and efficiently manage the company’s petty cash operations through proper inspection and paymentsof bills, receipts and cash count. check & book expenses and prepare monthly account reconciliations and examine supplier invoices for accuracyand issue cheque in time for accurate allocation of payments against invoices. conduct month end closing activities so that all current costs must be reflected as expenses of the current month. responsible for raising timely and accurate tax invoices to clients in liaison with the project managers andbusiness lines follow up with customer for the pending payments, the reconciliation of customer accounts, and generatingcustomer invoices. timely recording of collections and updating the a/r register. liaise with internal and external auditors on organisational matters. responsible for monthly, quarterly and yearly tax submissionhseq and regulatory compliance: ensure that organization policies and procedures are understood, implemented, and adhered to by allemployees. ensure compliance with group hseq policies and procedures.skills bachelors degree in accounting or commerce (e) competent ict user including ms word, ms project, powerpoint, excel, outlook, ms access and otheraccounting packages(e) min. 5 years of general accounting experience in the gcc region. (p) demonstrable experience within the engineering, or contracting industry (p) strong personality, goal-minded and proactive approach to teamwork, development of relationships, and atenacity to seek out all possible opportunities (e) demonstrable ability to both exceed targets and work to tight deadlines efficiently (e) ability to work successfully with clients and colleagues from a variety of countries and cultures (e) ability to work under pressure (e) proficiency in english language. preference will be shown for other linguistic ability (arabic a significant plus) (p) knowledge of taxation rules viz., vat, corporate tax etc. in uae and saudi arabia (p)knowledge & competencies (e – essential / p – preferred): problem-solving/judgment: the ability to observe, think critically and to solve problems using data, analysis,interpretation, and reasoning skills (e) teamwork: the proven dedication and ability to work successfully with others, adding value to the team (e) information and communication: communicates appropriately and effectively with a range of people on a varietyof subjects in order to inform, educate or influence them. processes and provides data / information to meetbusiness requirements (e) client focus: the ability to identify, meet and exceed the needs and expectations of (external or internal) clients,resulting in (long-term) client satisfaction (e) agility: the ability to be flexible, responsive, adaptive, and show initiative in times of change, uncertainty andbusiness opportunity (e)personal qualities excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills in english (e) responsible attitude and visible hseq leadership at all times (e) demonstrate a proactive attitude (e) highly organized and self-motivated (e) uae driving license (p) ensure all operations comply with the company and client operating policies and procedures. ensure all operations comply with the company health and safety policy. be aware of company conditions of employment as detailed in the employee handbook. liaise with the hr department to assure compliance with current employee law legislation and employmentcontract and keep up to date with other current legislation, legal requirements and regulations that apply to thecompany.

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