Accounts Executive

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one
of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses
headquartered in Dubai, United A"rab Emirates. Structured into five operating
divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare;
employing more than ‎35,000 employees across more than ‎20 countries in the
Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over ‎200 of the
world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's
entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to
continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers
within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity;
Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our
customers each and every day.

We are currently seeking an experienced Accountant to join our Finance team in
the capacity of Accounts Executive.

About the Role:

As a member of Finance Team, the job holder will support the Finance Manager
in preparation of monthly/annual journal entries, reconciliation of GL
accounts and to ensure timely and accurate GL posting for entities assigned to
JH (Job Holder). Critical review and reporting of aberrations is at core of
the overall responsibility

JH is required to interact with Financial Controllers, Management Accountants
and various stakeholders on a regular basis.
JH is required to possess good communication and interpersonal skills

Understanding of systems (SAP and Policy/Procedures) is crucial.
Key Accountabilities:
* General Ledger reconciliations & schedule review
* Prepare, discuss and report highlights on a monthly basis
* Support business units by facilitating timely book closure

About You:

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills:
* Graduate/ACCA/CMA (or similar qualification)
* Good accounting (IFRS) knowledge, analytical, process oriented, well organized, with excellent communication skills and a team player.
* Should possess a good knowledge of excel and have prior experience in working with large databases. presentation skills, exposure to ERP. (Preferably SAP) and SAP BW/ BPC.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Experience :
* ‎3-‎5 years of similar experience, with good accounting knowledge and ERP systems.
* Candidates with working knowledge of SAP will be preferred

Behavioral Competencies :
* Organization: Should be able to plan and prioritize workload with minimum supervisory input.
* Self-Starter: Should be able to anticipate emerging trends and issues in the books of account and initiate appropriate action.
* Team Player: Should enjoy working in a multi-cultural team and be able to solve problems and resolve issues in a collaborative manner

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