Accountant/Credit Controller

Accountant_ Credit Controller – GM Abu DhabiPurpose of the role: Based in Global Maritime’s Abu Dhabi office in Mussafah, the Accountant will report to the Finance Manager regarding employment and local management matters.Responsible for supporting the finance department, the accountant will play a vital role in Global Maritime’s support team.Duties And AccountabilitiesDaily reconciliation of debtor’s accountAssist with weekly cash forecast.Process and generate reminder letters and monthly statement of accountsMaintain close relations with all customers, to ensure smooth running of accounts and encourage timely recovery of payments.Month end reporting requirements relating to debtor’s balance Regularly communicate status of outstanding invoices with project managers Reduce the Accounts Receivable balance, improve cash flow, investigate and resolve queries relating to outstanding invoices.Resolve queries both internally and externally regarding receivables.Improve and implement debt collection processes when there are any overdue invoices or payments and initiate legal procedures if necessary.Manage accounting transactions.Assist with monthly and annual closings.Reconcile accounts payable and receivablePrepare VAT returnsAssist with auditing financial transactions and documents and Liaise with auditors to complete Financial StatementsAssist with the preparation of sales invoices to clientsHandle intercompany transactions and reconciliations.Assist with any support duties that may arise to support the TeamSpecific Skills, Knowledge and Experience required: Min 5 years work experience as an Accountant and experience in the Middle East is essential. In depth understanding of accounting regulations and procedures Experience in credit controlling in the Middle East is essentialEnglish speaker essentialExperience with general ledger functionsStrong analytical skills and an eye for detail Hands-on experience with accounting software (NetSuite is a plus)High level communication and influencing skills necessary to deal effectively with colleagues and clients. Excellent time management skills and good team playerAbility to manage own workload, set and meet deadlines and operate independently with no supervisionUndertake other duties as allocated by the admin departmentExcellent MS Excel capabilitiesProficient in FloQast system is a plusEducation: BSc in Accounting, Finance or relevant degreeAdditional certification (CPA or CMA) is a plusHealth and Safety To uphold the Company’s Health & Safety requirements with particular regard to agreed codes of practice and safe methods of working.Quality To follow the group Business Management SystemEqualities To uphold and carry out the duties of the post with due regard to the Company’s ‘Equal Opportunities and Dignity at Work Policy’.Company ValuesTo uphold the company values as set out in the Mission Statement.Your duties will be as set out in the above job description but please note that the Company reserves the right to update your job description from time to time, to reflect changes in, or to, your role. You will be consulted about any proposed changes. The list of duties in this job description should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There will be other duties and requirements associated with your job and, in addition, as a term of your employment you may be required to undertake various other duties as may reasonably be required by the business of you.