Finance Officer

 

Description:

We are seeking for UAE nationals who would be interested in the role of Finance Officer position, for a well-established Non-profit Organisation based in Abu Dhabi. The Organisation is dedicated to creating and supporting programs and initiatives designed to contribute to the development of the nation. These programs and initiatives will enhance the pride of Emiratis, and preserve and showcase their national identity, with its core value system based on openness and tolerance, preservation of human dignity, and respect for cultural diversity.

This role works very closely with the Finance Specialist in ensuring up-to-date and accurate financial records at all times. They will be responsible for the day-to-day transactional activities, pertaining to accounts payable and accounts receivable, and conducting daily and time-bound reconciliations.

They will support auditors in any mandated audits and be the internal liaison to the organisation for any queries and requirements. They will coordinate with employees, participants, and other stakeholders on any expenses or reimbursements at an individual or team level.

Responsibilities

 

Dealing directly with internal and/or external stakeholders to deliver customer satisfaction by carrying out a range of, mostly routine, transactions and interactions to a high standard.

 

Supporting the Finance Specialist in

• Preparation of annual budgets.
• Preparing financial statements, monthly, quarterly and annual accounts, and supporting month-end schedules.
• Financial reporting and analysis.
• Management reporting and analysis.
• Coordinating all reports and submissions for the Investment Committee and Audit Committee.

- Invoicing & Cash Application.

- Accounting for Fixed Assets & Depreciation, for leases, related party accounting, and reconciliations.

- Expense Booking, Provision & Accruals.

- Vetting and processing employee expenses.

- Vetting and processing vendor payments.

- Handle daily reconciliation with the Executive Assistant on petty cash transactions.

- Preparing daily and month-end bank reconciliation statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance.

- Reconciling all accounts pertaining to participants, suppliers, third-party vendors, etc.

- Reviewing existing contracts, accounting systems, and procedures.

- Preparing timely monthly/quarterly VAT returns, maintaining VAT records, and ensuring compliance at all times.

- Maintaining accurate, up-to-date records and ensuring data and content are appropriately secure.

- Communicating and liaising with colleagues and others, including auditors in order to check the accuracy, give or obtain further information, and/or resolve queries.

- Ensuring information is presented clearly, unambiguously and in a readily comprehensible and appropriate format for the audience and business purpose.

- Adhering to control and risk management policies and procedures.

- Carrying out from time to time, and as directed, any other duties as assigned.

 

The Jobholder requirements are:

· UAE National, must hold a Family Book (Kholasat Qaid)

· Accounting or Finance graduate.

· Must have between 3-4 years of prior relevant experience.

· Familiarity with Accounting Software and/or Finance applications/ systems.

· A strong communicator with demonstrable negotiation skills.

· Fluency in Arabic desirable.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

· Excellent working knowledge of MS Office applications.

· Knowledge of SAP, QuickBooks, Tableau, etc is desirable.