ELBN SYS HR
Accountant – Cross-Trading Industry
Dubai, UAEPosted yesterday
- Salary
- AED 12k–18k a month· est.
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Mid level
- Field
- Finance & Accounting
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
Job Description We are seeking an Accountant with experience in a cross-trading or import-export business. The role covers day-to-day accounting, trade documentation, reconciliations, and international trade transactions. The scope and level of responsibility will depend on the candidate’s experience. No of Positions : 2 ( Junior & Senior Accountant) Key Responsibilities • Process and review supplier and customer invoices, payments, and receipts. • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including follow-up on outstanding balances. • Perform bank, supplier, customer, and general ledger reconciliations. • Prepare, review, and maintain documentation for import, export, and cross-trading transactions. • Record and review international trade transactions, including back-to-back shipments. • Support accounting for Letters of Credit (LCs), trade finance arrangements, and related charges. • Maintain inventory records and support landed cost calculations. • Apply the appropriate accounting and VAT treatment to import and export transactions. • Assist with month-end and year-end closing, financial reporting, and audit requirements. • Maintain accurate records in the accounting system or ERP and investigate discrepancies. • Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve accounting and documentation queries. Requirements • 2–8+ years of accounting experience in the UAE; candidates with more experience may also be considered. • Previous experience in a cross-trading or import-export company is mandatory. • Experience with invoice processing, AP/AR, bank reconciliation, and supplier and customer account reconciliation. • Familiarity with trade documentation and international trade transactions. • For more senior candidates: strong knowledge of back-to-back shipments, LCs, trade finance, inventory and landed cost accounting, and VAT treatment for imports and exports. • Good Excel skills and experience with accounting software or an ERP system. • SAP, Oracle, Odoo, Zoho, or similar experience is preferred. • ACCA, CMA, or CA qualification is preferred. • Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines. • Available to join immediately
Requirements
2–8+ years of accounting experience in the UAE; candidates with more experience may also be considered. Previous experience in a cross-trading or import-export company is mandatory. Experience with invoice processing, AP/AR, bank reconciliation, and supplier and customer account reconciliation. Familiarity with trade documentation and international trade transactions. For more senior candidates: strong knowledge of back-to-back shipments, LCs, trade finance, inventory and landed cost accounting, and VAT treatment for imports and exports. Good Excel skills and experience with accounting software or an ERP system. SAP, Oracle, Odoo, Zoho, or similar experience is preferred. ACCA, CMA, or CA qualification is preferred. Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines. Available to join immediately
Responsibilities
Process and review supplier and customer invoices, payments, and receipts. Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including follow-up on outstanding balances. Perform bank, supplier, customer, and general ledger reconciliations. Prepare, review, and maintain documentation for import, export, and cross-trading transactions. Record and review international trade transactions, including back-to-back shipments. Support accounting for Letters of Credit (LCs), trade finance arrangements, and related charges. Maintain inventory records and support landed cost calculations. Apply the appropriate accounting and VAT treatment to import and export transactions. Assist with month-end and year-end closing, financial reporting, and audit requirements. Maintain accurate records in the accounting system or ERP and investigate discrepancies. Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve accounting and documentation queries.
Skills
- invoice processing
- AP/AR
- bank reconciliation
- supplier and customer account reconciliation
- import export documentation
- trade finance
- Letters of Credit (LCs)
- inventory accounting
- landed cost calculations
- VAT treatment for imports and exports
- ERP/accounting software
- Excel
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