Senior Accountant

A Leading International Shipping Company In UAE

Dubai, UAE

Ref: OP007-07

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION

- Responsible to verify and process invoices for accounting of vessels.
- Prepare reports such as budget Vs. actual, profit & loss statements, Chartering income etc.
- Working with outside auditors and accountants to ensure compliance.
- Liaise with offices in various countries for month end and year end closing of accounts.
- Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
- Identify errors, create accounting policies and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending.
- Provide technical support and advice on Management accounts.
- Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures.
- Manage accounting assistants and bookkeepers.
- Assist with tax audits and tax returns.

Requirements

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

- Qualified CA/CPA with 4 years’ experience as an Accountant working with SHIP management/owning company OR similar experience in a global (commodities)trading house.
- Knowledge of L/C Discounting or Banking Finance is a PLUS.
- Working experience at an auditing firm is a PLUS.
- Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year- end close process.
- Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like ERP and Excel.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills.
- Excellent command over verbal and written English communication skills.
- Extremely organized with strong multi-tasking skills.

About the Company

We are a well reputed international shipping company with offices in North America, China, Japan, Middle East and Asia. The company has the biggest infrastructure and is successfully managing a fleet of 300 ships and over 8 mill DWT annually.

Building on our proven expertise, we have aggressive growth plans to expand our global footprint to entering new markets hence we require experienced, hardworking, ambitious and result oriented individuals to join our team.

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Senior Accountant salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 9,500

Breakdown available for industries, cities and years of experience