Assistant Accountant – Accounts Payable
SNC-Lavalin Group is a provider of multi-disciplinary engineering technical services, committed to excellence which combines innovation, imagination and best practice. The Middle East & Africa (ME&A) Engineering Design sector operates as a fully integrated unit operating across the ME&A region and providing a wide range of services including project management, design & engineering and strategic advisory consultancy services.
A position has arisen to assist the Accounts Payable lead for UAE region in delivering a high quality and effective accounts payable and finance compliance function. In this role, the successful candidate will build strong working relationships with the business finance teams as well as the project community (i.e. Project Managers and Project Directors).
Core responsibilities will include:
Ensure supplier invoices are received and recorded accurately and on time.
Attend to supplier invoices and payments related queries promptly and professionally, escalating any issues appropriately.
Reconcile supplier statements, research and correct discrepancies.
Respond to supplier and employee questions regarding invoices, purchase orders, requisitions, or payments in a timely manner.
Assist finance leads for UAE and MEA region in day to day management of finance related activities including, but not limited to, tax filings, bank correspondence, staff advances, petty cash management etc.
Other adhoc duties as assigned.
Requirements and Skills:
1-2 years of experience in finance, preferably in Accounts Payable department
BSc degree in Finance or Accounting
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles
Adequate experience with spreadsheets and MS Office tools
Knowledge of JD Edwards and Oracle is a plus
Proficiency in English and Arabic
Behavioural Competencies
Strong interpersonal skills – Able to develop productive internal working relationships with colleagues.
Initiative – Make suggestions on best practice and improving current processes.
Problem Solving – Can think of creative solutions to problems.
Analytical – Able to analyse large volumes of date.
Teamwork – Willingly cooperate with others towards the same goals and objectives.
Time Management – Able to prioritise and achieve objectives within strict deadlines.
Cultural Awareness – Able to work within a diverse team and to engage all colleagues.
Salary & Benefits
A competitive salary, including accommodation and transportation allowance
22 calendar days annual leave (based on 5 day working week)
Medical and life insurance cover
Discretionary bonus scheme
Annual flight allowance to point of origin
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