Finance Executive

Job description / Role

Overview

Over the past two decades, The First Group has forged a reputation as one of the hospitality industry's leading innovators, providing groundbreaking investment opportunities to clients and partners, while delivering exceptional, memorable experiences to hotel and leisure guests.

Our corporate ethos and unique vision for the future of hospitality is encapsulated in our fast-growing portfolio of award-winning hotels and residences, exciting F&B outlets and lifestyle venues, and delivered through our array of complementary third-party hotel and asset management services.

Core to our vision for the future of hospitality is The First Collection, our award-winning hotel brand that reflects the rich culture, innovative spirit, and unparalleled refinement for which Dubai is famous.

The First Collection's urban lifestyle resorts, situated in prime locations across Dubai, are renowned for their unique blend of world-class hospitality and modern flair, as well as their cutting-edge guest facilities and services, which include exclusive access to the stunning Soluna Restaurants and Beach Club, located on the world-famous Palm Jumeirah.

Every hotel in our fast-growing portfolio reflects our ambition to capture the essence of urban living, blending it seamlessly with the tranquillity of a serene getaway.

The First Collection echoes the city's heartbeat, ensuring all our guests are made to feel a part of the magnificent tapestry of Dubai, the world's most exciting metropolis.

Job Description

• Preparation and control of all payroll activities for assigned countries under MENA region.
• Adhere to payroll timelines and ensure that payroll is processed, and reports are submitted as per monthly timelines.
• Process the end of service settlement of exit employees to settle their dues in accordance with the labor law and company policies.
• Create payroll accruals entries for staff's benefits like end of service benefits, airfare, leave, benefits and bonus.
• Reconcile payroll accounts on a monthly basis.
• Responsible for payment and bank transfers within the payroll process.
• Prepare pay slips and dispatch to employees.
• Coordinate with Finance for pre and post payroll activities.
• Provide support for company audits related to payroll.
• Ensure all invoices related to insurance are checked and booked on a timely basis.
• Work closely with FCs and HR on a monthly basis for all payroll and benefits related activities.

Desired Skill & Expertise

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in accounting or HR.
• Advanced Excel skills are a must.
• Experience in payroll or accounting at a 4 or 5-star property.
• Fluent in English both written and verbal.

About the Company

The First Group is a British-owned international property development company based in Dubai. The focus is on delivering innovative overseas property developments and solutions to meet the demands of the international property investment market.

As an emerging property market specialist and one of the region\\'s leading independent serviced residential and commercial building developers, The First Group prides itself on offering clients quality off-plan developments, unrivalled services and pioneering products for the finest investment opportunities in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.

With over 20 years\\' experience in the international property market and unparalleled commitment to excellence in all areas, including construction, design, finish and service, choosing to invest with The First Group offers a reliable and secure investment in one of the world\\'s most lucrative property markets.