Accountant

JOB DESCRIPTION Accountant About Alserkal Alserkal is a socially responsible and forward-thinking cultural enterprise dedicated to developing sustainable models for homegrown initiatives with a commitment to nurturing alternative ideas and impactful research with regional relevance. Founded in 2007 by Emirati businessman and patron Abdelmonem Bin Eisa Alserkal, Alserkal is renowned for its ground-breaking artistic productions, experimental approach and for the creation of culturally meaningful spaces that inspire and shape communities. Alserkal has three primary areas of activity: cultivating a creative economy in Dubai and building a collaborative network of civic-cultural institutions through its renowned cultural district, Alserkal Avenue; providing advisory services to public and private sector entities; and, supporting public artist commissions, residencies, research grants and educational programmes through its non-profit, Alserkal Arts Foundation. Alserkal has transformed the cultural landscape of Dubai and the UAE through the creation of a thriving, region-specific community of over 70 contemporary art galleries, visual and performing arts organisations, designers and entrepreneur-led businesses at Alserkal Avenue, providing an essential platform for the development of creative industries in the region. Alserkal utilises its collective expertise in arts initiatives and cultural production, heritage creation, community building and engagement, as well as urbanism and planning for creative industries, to guide public and private sector entities in developing sustainable and responsive business models. About the Role The Accountant / Accounts Executive works within the Finance function, focusing on daily operational Finance requirements. The role is tasked with delivering the following key areas: • Management of Accounts Payables. This includes the preparation of invoice journals and bank payment vouchers and ensuring all entries are posted correctly. • Ensure all payments are executed as per the approved Delegation of Authority. • Manage PR/PO approval process from a financial accuracy perspective. • Conduct weekly meetings with departments to ensure all issues are addressed. • Responsiveness to emails and inquiries directed towards Finance. • Assist the Finance Assistant Manager / Manager in any other task that may be required. The position reports to the Finance Manager Responsibilities: • Preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual financial statements • Ensure suppliers invoices are processed accurately and efficiently and never past the due date. • Maintain invoice register to be accurate and up to date on a daily basis. • Ensure that all PR, PO and invoices are coded correctly and approved in line with the Delegation of Authority • Receive and verify invoices and requisitions for goods and services against purchase orders and GRN • Supervise reconciliation of supplier statements on a monthly basis • Ensure accurate Statement of Account for customers are available and up to date • Ensure that all the necessary documents are completed and approved before payments are executed • Ensure new supplier forms are completed for all new suppliers. Securely maintain confidential supplier information and verify change requests from suppliers • Prepare the weekly payment run, ensuring the timing is scheduled to maximize credit terms and submit for approval • Ensure all schedule are accurate and update for month end closing: Amortization, Prepayment, Advances to suppliers, Trade Creditors. • Weekly bank reconciliation to be completed. • Build strong relationships with suppliers and respond to inquiries • Manage month end closing process to ensure timely, accurate financial data that is in compliance with IFRS and company accounting policies • Assist in the internal and external audits as required. • Understands the balance sheet and P/L impact of account activity including classifications of financial statement line items • Identifies ways to improve productivity and data quality and assist in preparing business and process flow documents • Maintenance of accurate Fixed Asset Register and ensure tagging is up to date. • Regular bank, petty cash and credit card reconciliation. • Event Invoicing • DEWA and Etisalat Billing on monthly basis Required skills + experience • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or closely related field (or equivalent education and experience) is required. • At least 5 years of experience in the Accounts function, of which at least 2 years of which should be in a supervisory role Essential Skills • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products • Experience with all financial modules of an ERP system • Attention to detail • Time management Desirable Skills • Experience with SAGE Position type and expected hours of work This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, from 10am to 6pm. Saturdays and overtime might be required during intense periods and/or during special projects and events.

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or closely related field (or equivalent education and experience) is required. At least 5 years of experience in the Accounts function, of which at least 2 years of which should be in a supervisory role Essential Skills

Preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual financial statements Ensure suppliers invoices are processed accurately and efficiently and never past the due date. Maintain invoice register to be accurate and up to date on a daily basis. Ensure that all PR, PO and invoices are coded correctly and approved in line with the Delegation of Authority Receive and verify invoices and requisitions for goods and services against purchase orders and GRN. Supervise reconciliation of supplier statements on a monthly basis. Ensure accurate Statement of Account for customers are available and up to date. Ensure that all the necessary documents are completed and approved before payments are executed. Ensure new supplier forms are completed for all new suppliers. Securely maintain confidential supplier information and verify change requests from suppliers. Prepare the weekly payment run, ensuring the timing is scheduled to maximize credit terms and submit for approval. Ensure all schedule are accurate and update for month end closing: Amortization, Prepayment, Advances to suppliers, Trade Creditors. Weekly bank reconciliation to be completed. Build strong relationships with suppliers and respond to inquiries. Manage month end closing process to ensure timely, accurate financial data that is in compliance with IFRS and company accounting policies. Assist in the internal and external audits as required. Understands the balance sheet and P/L impact of account activity including classifications of financial statement line items. Identifies ways to improve productivity and data quality and assist in preparing business and process flow documents. Maintenance of accurate Fixed Asset Register and ensure tagging is up to date. Regular bank, petty cash and credit card reconciliation. Event Invoicing. DEWA and Etisalat Billing on monthly basis.