About us

We are a global production and creative agency, delivering unforgettable
events across the globe, creatively bringing bold ideas to life, far and
beyond anything you 've seen before.
Find out more at: https://wearefab.com/

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About the role**

Far and Beyond are looking for a Finance & Office Coordinator to join its
dynamic and vibrant team in Dubai. We are a growing event producing business
who work with event owners internationally and nationally. In recent years the
company has specialised in working in the Middle East specifically Dubai and
Saudi Arabia - a territory we are now expanding into, opening a brand new
office in Dubai.
This position is a great opportunity for someone who is financially astute
with a good knowledge of GCC finance practices and laws, who is comfortable
with processes and budgeting and able to work independently and be the first
point of contact for Far and Beyond in the Dubai office.
We pride ourselves on being a fantastic place to work, and know that our
people are at the heart of what we do. This year we achieved the 'Great Place
to Work' accreditation and are excited to continue building on this success.

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RESPONSIBILITIES**
* Processing payments, invoices, income & receipts and entering data into accounting software.
* Managing accounts payable and receivables for Dubai and UK entities.
* Managing project spend & cost manager and reconciling recharges & month spend.
* Group bank reconciliation.
* Cash float management and reconciliation.
* Delivering on client statement of accounts & credit control reporting.
* Verifying the accuracy of business accounts and alerting the Head of Finance of errors.
* Assisting Managing Director and Head of Finance in event costings and working with Finance Assistant to reconcile client recharges.
* Maintaining company contracts including Staff Contracts and Event Service Agreements.
* Recording any inconsistencies to help reconcile inaccuracies.
* Delivering on month end closes, including reconciling accounts and post correcting journals.
* Delivering reports to board members on a monthly basis.
* Liaising with external accountants to deliver year end and tax reporting.
* Preparing employee wages (payroll) and processing expense claims.
* Liaising with the Head of Finance with administrative duties and preparing yearly accounts and ensuring the company statutory correspondence is compliant.
* Tax processing and reports including Corporation Tax and VAT returns.
* Liaising with insurance brokers on all business insurance including, Employers Public and Professional Indemnity Insurance.
* Administering pension scheme/ WPS and medical insurance for employees.
* HR administration, including staff onboarding, visa and relocation support.
* Management of Dubai office, including being the main liaison for all office suppliers and contractors.

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About you
ESSENTIAL**
* International accounting qualifications and/ or previous experience in an in-house finance role.
* A solid understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles.
* Demonstrate knowledge of best practices in all areas of finance management.
* Strong administrative skills and an aptitude for using IT software.
* Commercial awareness.
* Meticulous attention to detail.
* Interpersonal skills.
* Excellent organisation and time management.
* The ability to take initiative.
* A flexible and practical approach to work.
* Discretion and diplomacy.

DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of current GCC finance laws, and regulations, in particular VAT returns.

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SALARY

Circa, AED ‎11,000 a month. Depending on experience.

CONTRACT TYPE
Full time, one year fixed term contract (with the possibility to extend)

START DATE:
1st September ‎2023.

LOCATION:
Dubai Office.

INCLUDED IN THE ROLE**

• Holiday allowance: ‎22 days, in line with Local UAE Labour Laws (public holidays not included)


• All flights that are project related will be covered by Far and Beyond


• Sponsored residency visa (whilst in employment with Far and Beyond)


• Health insurance for employee whilst residing in Dubai


• Days in lieu are given for National Holidays worked where the employee is not offered an alternative midweek day off


• £‎15/ ‎65 AED contribution towards phone bill each month (when working abroad, foreign sim card will be provided, costs covered by company)


• Far and Beyond to arrange all working visas as required


• All equipment provided as required


• Company bonus (based on company performance)