UAE National_Senior Accountant - I2P | Corporate Services | Dubai

Job Requisition ID: 180326 

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.

Overview Of The Role:

The Senior Accountant I2P plays a crucial role, ensuring compliance with organizational policies in managing petty cash processes. The position involves verification, processing, and reconciliation of petty cash transactions while mitigating financial risks. Success in this role demands a keen attention to detail, efficient payment processing, and regular interaction with business units to support day-to-day operations. The accountant also engages in process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting quality and operational efficiency within the I2P function.

What You Will Do:

• Verify petty cash according to the Petty Cash policy.
• Ensure all petty cash documents have paid stamps and original bills.
• Verify and tally all supporting documents with claims.
• Reject claims exceeding the threshold of AED 5000 per voucher as per policy.
• Highlight vouchers older than one month to Team Lead.
• Ensure payroll related reimbursements do not go through petty cash.
• Review the accuracy of VAT codes.
• Process reimbursement requests via standard cash journal functionality.
• Post petty cash expenses for Co 2060 and move to respective Company through ICM.
• Handle petty cash queries and execute payment runs, reviewing exceptions.
• Book customer refunds and process payments.
• Create ZFI_Factl file for FAB card payment.
• Maintain petty cash master file and apply and close prepaid cards.
• Verify, approve, and process purchase float documents.
• Ensure GL account 110004 clearing with zero balance.
• Clear payments from GL 160516 once settled via FAB card.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of GL 160516.
• Collect and match periodic petty cash counts.
• Discuss changes to SOPs with line manager and update in Blueworks.
• Notify Team Lead of changes in roles and responsibilities promptly.
• Ensure passport control and release for high financial risk cashiers.
• Perform float analysis to maintain adequate imprest balance.
• Conduct peer review of petty cash payments.
• Adhere to SLA & company policy.
• Provide backup for team members for payments.
• Participate in process standardization and improvement initiatives for efficiency.
• Match balance confirmation with claims in SAP bi-annually and annually.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Proficiency in SAP and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and process-oriented skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Detail-oriented capability with a focus on compliance and standards.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Finance Graduate or Semi-qualified or equivalent qualifications.
• 3-5 years of similar experience with good ERP system knowledge.
• Knowledge of SAP, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft office tools.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and excellent communication skills.

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