Accountant - Accounts Payable (x2) | Retail Divisional Unit | Cairo, Egypt
- Recruiter
- Bayt.com
- Location
- Egypt (EG)
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 11 Jul 2017
- Closes
- 12 Jul 2017
- Sector
- Accounting - Public practice
RetailThe foundation of Al-Futtaim's retail network was established in the early 1990s with the launch of the internationally renowned and popular IKEA, Marks & Spencer, Toys R Us and ACE franchises in the UAE. Representing some of the world's most popular international brands, Al-Futtaim's retail network extends throughout the UAE, GCC and North Africa and has a significant presence in Singapore and Malaysia following the acquisition of The Robinson Group in 2008. In 2012, Al-Futtaim acquired a shareholding in Royal Sporting House, which is active in distribution, direct retail stores and shop-in-shops. The Singapore-based fashion, sports and lifestyle retail giant has 600 stores and many additional points of sale are spread around the world with over 399 in South East Asia, over 74 in the Middle East and over 126 in the South Pacific region. - 837 stores in 18 countries- Occupies 5.6 million sq. ft. of retail space- 13,000 employees - Serves 30 million customers each yearAbout The Vacancy
We are seeking to hire an Accountant to ensure appropriate documentation and approval and payment in accordance with the company policies, and procedures.
Your job responsibilities will be including but not limited to the following:
* Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
* Prioritize invoices according to payment terms
* Match invoices to checks, obtain all signatures for checks / wire and distribute checks accordingly
* Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies, and respond to all vendor inquiries
* Assist in month end closing
* Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices invoices
About You
As an Accountant, you need to demonstrate the following Qualities, Skills & Knowledge:
Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:
* Bachelor's degree in accounting, or business administration.
Minimum Experience:
* Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience
Job-Specific Skills:
* Strong Excel and database skills.
* Strong understanding of setting up and organizing database and spread sheets.
* Reasonable verbal and written communication skills.
* SAP financial application experience preferred
We are seeking to hire an Accountant to ensure appropriate documentation and approval and payment in accordance with the company policies, and procedures.
Your job responsibilities will be including but not limited to the following:
* Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
* Prioritize invoices according to payment terms
* Match invoices to checks, obtain all signatures for checks / wire and distribute checks accordingly
* Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies, and respond to all vendor inquiries
* Assist in month end closing
* Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices invoices
About You
As an Accountant, you need to demonstrate the following Qualities, Skills & Knowledge:
Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:
* Bachelor's degree in accounting, or business administration.
Minimum Experience:
* Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience
Job-Specific Skills:
* Strong Excel and database skills.
* Strong understanding of setting up and organizing database and spread sheets.
* Reasonable verbal and written communication skills.
* SAP financial application experience preferred