Accountant

Position Overview:

The position of Accountant is required for working on all Finance and Accounts-related jobs in the function at the country management level.

Responsibilities:

• Cash collection for IELTS and student placement services and the issuance of receipts/cash recording.
• Cash control/checking of supporting documents and the appropriate process for petty cash transactions.
• Checking payment documents for correct accounting codes, VAT compliance, and payment terms. Checking employee claims on Concur for both receipts and accounting codes.
• Coordinating with Finance Shared Services in India for accounting processing, month-end closing tasks, and financial reporting. This would also include sending scanned copies of accounting documents for EBS transaction entry to Shared Services.
• Providing necessary information for the monthly closing of the general ledger to the Finance Shared Services team, such as provisions on vendor payments, employee expenses provisions, unearned income for revenue, petty cash, bank balance confirmations, etc. Performing monthly bank account reconciliations or as needed at an earlier frequency.
• Reconciliation of IELTS test fees should be conducted after every IELTS test and at the end of each month during the closing process.
• Issue IELTS invoices as per requests received by the IELTS Team and maintain an accurate debtors summary.
• Ensuring compliance with local accounting requirements in accordance with prevailing local statutory regulations, including local bookkeeping, and maintaining a close interface with local tax compliance. Ensuring timely filing of tax returns and compliance with tax regulations and maintaining the Fixed Asset Register (FAR)

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and expertise in performing GL and bank reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and error-free records.
• In-depth understanding of local VAT and corporate tax regulations to ensure compliance, timely filings, and proper bookkeeping practices.
• Ability to issue invoices, track outstanding payments, and maintain an accurate debtors summary to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Proficiency in handling cash collections, issuing receipts, and maintaining accurate cash transaction records to ensure financial transparency.
• Strong attention to detail in reviewing vendor payments, employee claims, and petty cash expenses for accuracy, VAT compliance, and adherence to financial policies.
• Effective communication and collaboration with Finance Shared Services for accounting processing, month-end closing, and financial reporting to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications:

• Educated to bachelor’s in accounting degree level or equivalent.
• Proficient in VAT compliance as per UAE Federal Tax Authority.
• Administration experience in accounting principles.
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, and listening.
• Committed to continual learning and uptake of new/different tasks.
• Ability to proactively identify, analyze, and solve problems effectively.
• Proficient in advanced Excel and Word processing skills and familiarity with relevant software packages.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective at working as part of a team and independently.

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