Jr Accountant - 6mths contract

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate closely with the Procure to Pay (P2P) team to ensure all submitted invoices are processed and posted without delay.
• Address vendor queries regarding the status of invoices and payments, ensuring high levels of vendor satisfaction and timely resolution of issues.
• Review all month-end journal vouchers, confirming that expenses are recorded correctly to maintain accurate financial reports.
• Prepare and post debit notes for bottlers, ensuring these transactions are accurately reflected in the company's financial statements.
• Handle Manual and Urgent payment requests, as required by the business.
• Preparation and submission of bank reconciliation statements to ensure that all financial transactions align with bank records.
• Coordinate with GL Team to assist in balance sheet clearing activities, upholding the integrity of financial records.
• Conduct a monthly review of operating expenses and open Purchase Orders (POs) to guarantee timely closure of old POs for financial accuracy.
• Support controller in preparation and submission of quarterly Value Added Tax (VAT) returns for the Dubai Branch, adhering to local tax regulations.
• Reconcile VAT General Ledgers in line with VAT returns, followed by the preparation and submission of the associated VAT return journal voucher.
• Prepare and submit VAT refund requests to tax authorities, ensuring compliance with tax laws and maximizing financial returns for the company.
• Provide steadfast support to the Legal Entity Controller, assisting in various tasks that contribute to the overall financial health and compliance of the organization.

Skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Account Reconciliation, and general finance operations.
• Strong understanding of VAT regulations and the ability to handle VAT returns and reconciliations proficiently.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle queries from both internal teams and external vendors.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail.