Accountant

We are assisting one of our clients, a fast growing Corporate Services Provider with offices in Cyprus and Dubai (JLT Area) which is hiring an experienced Accountant for their Dubai office.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
• Planning, execution and successful completion of accounting work in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Recording of invoices, receipts, payments and preparing monthly bank reconciliations
• Preparation of Debtors/Creditors reconciliation
• Excellent understanding of financial assets and relevant postings in the accounts, including recognition of fair value.
• Ensure relevant provisions were recognized through the year
• Preparing monthly management accounts and cash flow statements for clients
• Preparing quarterly VAT reconciliation
• Apply critical thinking and professional judgement identifies and raises issues at the appropriate level
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with the team and client personnel and meet client and firm deadlines
• Regular reporting to the Manager about status, progress and completion of accounting work
• Collecting, preparing and sending information to the Auditors
• Collaborating with other departments

Required Skills & Experience

• ACCA certification will be considered an advantage
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or other related fields
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Responsible and professional with respect to appearance and behavior
• Organized methodological with high attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all situations
• Fluent in English
• Russian language would be considered an advantage
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to work under strict reporting deadlines when necessary
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel
• Basic understanding of database logic (keys, relationships, queries)
• Preparing all outgoing correspondence in a professional format.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package and performance bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Work in a young and dynamic international environment