Cost Accountant

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Qualification & Experience
  • B. Com,
  • Part qualified for CPA, ACCA, CA, or MBA
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a revenue in the retail industry, with a strong understanding of accounting principles.
Knowledge & Skills
  • Sales and Invoicing: Monitor and reconcile sales transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of revenue data from various retail channels (e.g., physical stores, e-commerce, wholesale, etc.).
  • Sales Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with sales tax regulations and accurately record and report sales tax liabilities.
  • Revenue & Receipt Reconciliation: Conduct regular reconciliations between revenue figures reported in the accounting system and other data sources, such as point-of-sale systems or e-commerce platforms, Cash received, Credit Cards, Customer Credit, etc.
  • Internal Controls: Establish and maintain strong internal controls related to revenue recognition to prevent errors and potential fraud.
  • Revenue Recognition: Ensure proper recognition of revenue in accordance with accounting principles (e.g., Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or International Financial Reporting Standards) and company policies.
  • Accounts Receivable: Manage accounts receivable activities, including invoicing customers, tracking outstanding payments, and following up on overdue accounts.
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze revenue-related financial reports, including revenue forecasts, sales trends, and aging reports for accounts receivable. Cost Analysis: Analyze and review production costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead expenses, to identify areas where cost savings can be achieved without compromising quality.
  • Deferral and Accruals: Review and process revenue deferrals and accruals for unearned or partially earned revenue, ensuring compliance with accounting guidelines.
  • Audit Support: Collaborate with internal and external auditors during financial audits to provide documentation and explanations related to revenue transactions.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve revenue accounting processes, streamline workflows, and enhance data accuracy.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with sales, finance, and operations teams to gather relevant data and ensure smooth revenue-related processes.
  • Compliance and Regulations: Stay up to date with changes in accounting standards, revenue recognition rules, and tax regulations that may impact the retail industry.
  • Financial Analysis: Analyze revenue and sales data to identify trends, patterns, and potential areas of improvement for the business.
  • Knowledge of UAE taxation and accounting regulations is required.
  • Knowledge of JD Edwards ERP / Retail Pro is a plus.
Min Experience:

2 Years

Salary :

AED 10000

Temp/Perm::

Permanent

Location :

Sharjah

Posted Date:

September 1, 2023

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1578093
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    10000 per month
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned