Finance Specialist / Finance assistant
Gen AI · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Apply & track with Apply EdgeRole DescriptionWe are looking for a Finance Specialist / Finance Assistant to support daily finance and accounting operations, financial reporting, transaction processing, and administrative activities. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with financial analysis, and ensuring finance processes are completed efficiently and in accordance with internal procedures and applicable requirements.Key responsibilities include processing invoices, payments, receipts, expenses, and other financial transactions. The role involves assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable, preparing account reconciliations, maintaining financial records, and supporting month-end and year-end closing activities.The role also includes assisting with budgets, forecasts, cash flow monitoring, financial reports, and variance analysis. Responsibilities may involve reviewing financial documents, preparing schedules and reports, supporting audits, maintaining organized documentation, and coordinating with internal departments, suppliers, customers, and external parties regarding finance-related matters.The position requires strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, organizational skills, and the ability to handle financial information responsibly and confidentially.QualificationsBachelor’s degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, financial processes, and financial documentation.Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, invoicing, expenses, and general ledger activities.Ability to prepare and review financial records, schedules, reports, and supporting documents.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software or ERP systems.Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting concepts.Strong numerical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies or inconsistencies in financial information.Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.Ability to manage multiple finance tasks, deadlines, and priorities effectively.High level of integrity, confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism when handling financial information.Ability to support audits, financial reviews, and compliance-related activities.Proactive mindset with an interest in finance operations, financial analysis, process improvement, and continuous learning.