JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : Accountant REPORTS TO : Regional Controller
LOCATION : Abu Dhabi DEPT/GROUP : Finance

Role and Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Registering new vendors in SAP/modifying existing vendor records if any
• Constantly reviewing GRIR report from SAP
• Ensuring timely recording of invoices in SAP via MIRO & FB60
• Preparing monthly payment plans for suppliers and sharing them with Regional Controller
• Informing the suppliers of payment schedules as well as payment details
• Initiating wire transfers to suppliers as per the agreed payment plan and informing the Regional Controller/ General Manager to approve
• Posting payments in SAP
• Reviewing prepayment list and follow-up with respective person for invoices
• Clearing prepayments
• Reconcile customer and vendor Statements of Account (SOA) with the company’s books to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies
• Collaborate with customers and vendors to address any reconciliation issues or disputes

Accounts Receivable

• Timely submission of invoices to the customers
• Ensuring the customer has recorded our sales invoices
• Periodically send confirmation to customers and performing reconciliation
• Send timely reminders to customers for payment
• Posting incoming payments in SAP
• Knocking off receipts against invoices
• Continuously reviewing aging payables/Receivables of each customer and informing the Regional Sales Manager (RSM), Regional Controller, and Site Leader of overdue invoices
• Preparing the monthly collection plan, once reviewed by the Regional Controller, and sharing it with the RSMs, Commercial Manager, and Site Leader
• Advising the Regional Controller for issuance of dunning letters
• Reviewing the Credit Application Forms submitted by customers and adding payment history to them
• Maintain and update AR and AP records, ensuring that all transactions are recorded correctly

Petty Cash

• Handling petty cash of the AD Company
• Making payments upon verification of expense invoices and approval from the Line Manager
• Getting approval from Site Leader
• Posting petty cash payments in SAP

ICV & Audit

• Coordinating with the clients for required information & documents required for ICV
• Review, prepare, and compile the financial statements in accordance with the reporting frameworks as applicable in local laws
• Maintaining records as per ICV requirement
• Managing audit procedures in accordance with the accepted Auditing Standards

Customs and Transport

• Posting customs and clearing invoices in SAP
• Posting transport invoices in SAP
• Preparing reconciliation with the forwarders

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 2 – 5 Years
• Excellent Knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like SAP Finance Module
• Advanced MS Excel skills including VLOOKUP’s and pivot tables
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• Additional certification (CPA or CMA) is a plus

Interperosnal Skills:

• Verbal Communication: Ability to explain complex financial concepts in simple terms for clients or team members
• Working effectively within a team is necessary to achieve common goals and support other departments
• Building relationships with clients, management, and colleagues is vital for maintaining effective communication and fostering trust