Job Description

Role: Accountant

Key Responsibilities

Prepare mid-month vs. month-end revenue reports and ensure the month-end close includes all revenue, with entries passed to the correct verticals.
Ensure deferred revenue and accrued income are posted correctly.
Prepare a reconciliation between invoices in Zoho books and Navision for B2C sales.
Prepare B2C sales commission working and pass relevant entries.
Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals as necessary in the month-end close process for B2C.
Check customer receipts and issue invoices to B2C customers through Zoho books
Clear B2C receivables twice every month to minimize receivable balances, ensuring any credit notes, refunds, and non-payments are tracked in a timely manner.
Issue credit notes and refunds to students with proper approvals.
Prepare payment batches for the company's UAE entities in Emirates NBD.
File VAT with the ZATCA authority and ensure all invoices received are compliant invoices as per ZATCA.
Support in closing of all KPME audits and annual tax submission requirements both internal and external.
Preparing reports and providing requested details as required by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications

A Bachelors degree in Commerce (B.Com) or an equivalent professional qualification is essential.
A professional qualification such as CA Inter (ICAI), CMA Inter (ICMAI), or a relevant Masters degree (e.g., M.Com, MBA Finance) is highly desirable.

Experience

Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in Accounts and Finance, with demonstrable experience in Accounts Receivable (AR) management and the monthly financial closing process.
Prior experience in a shared service centre or with international clients (especially UAE/GCC) is a significant advantage.
Proven track record in debt collection, ageing analysis, and reducing Day Sales Outstanding (DSO).

Technical Skills

ERP Proficiency: Hands-on working experience with an ERP system is mandatory, preferably Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision) and Zoho.
Accounting Software: Strong working knowledge of Zoho Books and related modules (Zoho CRM, Zoho Inventory) is highly preferred.
Spreadsheet Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Vlookups, Pivot Tables, complex formulas) for data analysis and reporting.

Soft Skills

Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy, particularly when handling payments and reconciliations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English to effectively interact with internal teams and external stakeholders/students.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet strict deadlines (especially around month-end closing), and work independently.

Accountant