General Accountant
ACCA Careers
Date: 5 days ago
City: Sharjah
Contract type: Full time
Accurate and Efficient Data Entry
- Ensuring all financial transactions are meticulously recorded in the accounting system.
- Maintaining updated and precise records of sales, purchases, expenses, and payments to support financial decision-making.
- Regularly review data entries to identify and correct errors, minimize discrepancies, and improve overall financial accuracy.
- Monitoring and managing vendor invoices ensures timely payments and maintains good supplier relationships.
- Generating and sending invoices to customers, following up on outstanding payments to optimize cash flow.
- Reconciling accounts to ensure all receivables and payables are accounted for accurately.
- Tracking stock levels to ensure accurate inventory valuation in the financial records.
- Coordinating with warehouse or store personnel to match the physical inventory with system records.
- Highlighting discrepancies, if any, and ensuring corrective actions are taken promptly.
- Recording all journal entries, including adjustments, accruals, and provisions, to maintain accurate general ledger records.
- Conducting periodic reconciliations of sub-ledgers and main accounts to ensure all financial information is in harmony.
- Identifying discrepancies and resolving them proactively to maintain financial integrity.
- Comparing company financial records with bank statements to ensure consistency and identify any variances.
- Investigating and resolving discrepancies such as unrecorded transactions, bank charges, or fraudulent activities.
- Maintaining up-to-date bank reconciliation statements for audit readiness.
- Calculating and filing VAT returns in line with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) requirements.
- Staying updated on changes to UAE VAT laws and implementing them in the company’s financial processes.
- Maintaining proper documentation to support VAT claims and input tax credits during audits.
- Managing the full cycle of accounting functions, from transaction recording to finalizing accounts.
- Demonstrating the ability to resolve financial challenges independently with minimal supervision.
- Preparing for audits by maintaining proper records and ensuring compliance with local accounting standards.
- Calculating employee salaries, deductions, bonuses, and allowances accurately.
- Ensuring timely salary disbursement and compliance with UAE labor laws, including WPS (Wage Protection System).
- Handling payroll records securely and preparing reports for management or audit purposes.
- Recording transactions related to imports and exports, including customs duties, shipping charges, and insurance costs.
- Ensuring proper documentation for cross-border transactions in compliance with UAE and international trade regulations.
- Coordinating with logistics and supply chain teams to streamline financial processes.
- Compiling accurate financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Preparing detailed reports for management to aid in strategic decision-making and performance analysis.
- Ensuring compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other relevant guidelines.
- Semi-qualified ACCA with significant progress towards full qualification.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years (of which at least 1 year is UAE experience) of relevant experience with inventory management in a trading environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles, Tax laws, and regulatory frameworks.
- Proficiency in accounting software (Tally/ Zoho Books) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, managing multiple priorities effectively.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
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