Accountant - IKEA
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Job Description
Job ID: REF19542P
Date posted: 23/10/2024
Company description
IKEA Supply Middle East (ISME) is a member of the Inter IKEA Group within the core business Range & Supply. ISMEs main task is to supply IKEA Home Furnishing products to specific IKEA franchisees in the Middle East. Additionally ISME is responsible to operate the IKEA Distribution Center in Dubai South UAE.
What makes IKEA unique both as a place of work and as a brand is our shared values and strong culture.
Our culture is based on the spirit of togetherness give and take responsibility simplicity cost consciousness and lead by example. And we are always looking for people who share our positive attitude and values.
Job description
Lead the Accounting team to secure an efficient finance operation for the local wholesale entity. Provide timely accurate relevant and comparable financial information to secure compliance to INTER IKEA Guidelines and local financial rules & standards.
Your Assignment:
- Collaborate in the Monthly closing (Inter IKEA reporting/ SAP) and Inter IKEA functional reporting
- Responsible for procuretopay process from purchase order to payment including policy implementation and systems
- Responsible for cash flow management; secure sufficient fund for the operation
- Support the account receivables function for ontime payments and collections ensuring compliance with the relevant financial regulations and internal working methods
- Support the Federal Tax Authority the monthly VAT declaration
- Support for statutory audit provide and prepare the necessary information for audit purposes followup on audit findings and recommendations
- Compliance and internal control: Ensure policies working methods and internal controls are followed documented and implemented for all transactions such as payment receipt purchase evaluation of service providers asset disposal procedure authorization matrix etc. Secure the existence of 4 eyes principle in all areas
- Responsible for coordinating the Budget and forecasting process of ISMEs financial statements and the subsequent variance analysis and followup of countermeasures with special focus on expenses
- Act as an ambassador of IKEA values
Qualification
- BSc degree in Accounting or Finance. A reputable Chartered Accountant qualification is a plus
- At least 5 years of experience in Accounting or Finance roles with strong understanding of GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting standards
- SAP Experience is a must preferably experienced using the system and been part of an ERP implementation.
- Deep knowledge of local financial regulations and legislation (statutory legal taxation)
- Knowledge UAE VAT Regulations.
- Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills
- Experience working in multinational environment preferable in wholesale companies.
- Experience in coordinating crossfunctional projects / initiatives in a team environment.
- Well versed with MS Office (Excel) and accounting packages (CODA).
- Effective interpersonal skills and communication skills (verbal & written)
- Good analytical and problem solving skills and attention to details
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a structured and organized way
- Proactive and selfmotivated
- Live and Share IKEA Values
More Information
Start date As soon as possible!
Sounds interesting Then send in your application along with a cover letter highlighting your SAP experience no later than 6 November 2024.
We cant wait to hear from you!
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