General Accountant

Dubai, UAE

Ref: HP647-2726

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Manpower is the world leader in innovative workforce solutions, connecting human potential to the ambition of business. Combining global reach with local expertise - 4,000 offices in 82 countries - Manpower partners with clients to accelerate their business by providing the people and services that raise the quality, productivity and efficiency of their total workforce.

We are currently seeking an experienced General Accountant who will support the current Finance team on various Financial reports, Accounts Receivable, and General Accounting. The role is responsible for the timely and accurate delivery of various reports, maintaining various schedules and related client services.

Responsibilities include:
• Various monthly closing activities including assisting in preparation of Profit & Loss Account, Balance Sheet, Monthly Management Report etc.
• Assisting in preparation of various monthly/quarterly and annual reports.
• Monthly JV creation.
• Bank Reconciliation statements
• Maintaining Fixed Asset register
• Maintaining Prepayment schedule
• Assisting in monthly rolling Forecast
• Assisting in budget
• Preparing balance sheet schedules for various accounts on a monthly basis.
• Maintaining Accrual schedules
• Filing quarterly VAT return
• Maintaining various registers for sales commission calculations

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience supporting finance and accounting, including preparation of various financial reports, accounts receivable and general accounting
• Advanced Excel and other MS office applications (Word and PowerPoint)
• Good understanding of P&L, Balance Sheet, UAE VAT and other General Accounting.
• Knowledge in Microsoft Great Plains system is an advantage.
• Knowledge of payroll and accounting practices and principles
• A degree holder in Accounting or related field
• Demonstrated written & verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong planning and organizing skills

Manpower can offer you:
• Attractive package and Incentives
• Structured induction and ongoing learning and development opportunities
• An experienced and supportive management team
• Private Medical and Life Insurance

About the Company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including: