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    GL Accountant – 6 Month Contract – Arabic Speaker | Manpower Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Purpose • Responsible for the preparation of the financial statements of for the CEMEA Region ensuring adherence with Local IFRS and US GAAP. • In charge of the financial results´ foreign currency analysis between local currency and US dollars. Responsible for gathering the cost center certifications, the preparation of all federal and local tax filings, the transfer pricing calculations and reports, adherence to all distributed accounting policies and Anti-bribery (FCPA) controls related to the Financial Accounting Close.Key Result Areas• Process and maintain accounting records for business units/sub-regional offices and other system interfaces to ensure a high quality of accounting accuracy, timeliness of reporting and compliance to corporate policies, GAAP, SEC and SOX requirements.• Assist CEMEA Accounting Manager to obtain, review, analyze and communicate financial and non-financial data and reports.• Ensure transactions are captured, recorded, summarized and reported in compliance with policies & procedures, US GAAPs, IFRS, as well as statutory, corporate and tax requirements (as applicable).• Responsible for the financial statement preparation both under US GAAP and Local IFRS including the• Preparation of journal entries, accruals, prepayments, deferrals and balance sheet reconciliations.• Responsible for the supervision of the fixed assets of CEMEA along with the related depreciation/amortization and reporting schedules for both financial and tax records.• Executes the re-measurement analysis from local currency to US currency by adhering to FASB 52• Responsible for the preparation of federal and local taxes along with the required tax reporting deliverables• Manages the cost center certification process for the multiple cost centers in the region and ensures timely submission to Corporate• Ensures compliance with existing and new accounting policies for both US GAAP and local IFRS including specific materiality thresholds used in the region• Responsible for the FCPA and SOX controls for the financial accounting close• Reviews and validates the petty cash reimbursements by ensuring proper segregation of duties.• Responsible for the transfer pricing calculations Inter Company Settlements.• Assisting GL team in uploading journals and extracts reports for analysis.• Participation in special projects. Identify any potential financial related risk areas and provide sound recommendations and solutions to Client for mitigation of the identified risk.• Handle ad-hoc projects as assigned by the Management• Handle the I-Procurement process form Accounting point of view and coordinate with stakeholders.Key Performance Indicators• Meet accounting deadlines for monthly, quarterly and annual financial close. • Quality of accounting records – compliant with corporate policies, GAAP, SEC and SOX. • Accurate accounting of transactions – Leading to minimum accounting adjustments/errors and no repeat-audit points.• Unusual items are properly identified, surfaced and resolved promptly.• Ability to define/solve end-to-end problems and issues; timely and accurate processing of data/information through the systems.• Quality of supervision/advice given and effectiveness of the team in jointly producing the desired output. Be a role model to demonstrate efficient execution, constant enhancement, ownership core values.• Any adhoc tasks assigned by the manager.

    Professional• Degree in Accounting or professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA CPA or equivalent)• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience (ideally in a multi-national publicly traded company)• Hands on experience with US GAAP/IFRS and SEC/statutory requirements• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work well in a fast paced and high volume environment• Experience in a Big 4 public accounting firm is required.Technical• Strong technical accounting skills, and experience researching and documenting accounting issues• Conversant with integrated accounting applications – particularly Oracle• Knowledge of Microsoft office applications – Excel, Word, Access • Conceptual and working knowledge of financial database• Knowledge of Oracle, Hyperion and other related toolsBusiness• Strong business ethics• Ability to work well under pressure and juggle multiple priorities• Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment

    We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

    ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world’s most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise – 3600 offices in over 80 countries – we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

    ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership.
    Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

    Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:

    IT & Telecommunications
    Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
    Banking, Finance & Legal
    Sales & Business Development
    Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
    Human Resources & Training
    Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
    Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
    Executive Recruitment
    Emiratization Solutions
    Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
    Managed Service Provider Solutions
    Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
    Outsourced Staffing Solutions More

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    L1 Desktop Support Engineer | Unified Microsystems

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Provides first-line support to customers, resolving issues or escalating (to 2nd line support) within the agreed service level agreement• Address user tickets regarding hardware, software, and networking• Traveling to the client’s location or connecting via a remote link• First response for desktop and cabling issues.• Install and inspect cabling system infrastructure.• Research and identify solutions to software and hardware issues• Troubleshoot O365 related issues• Hands-on experience in networking, routing, and switching• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, including account setup and network configuration• Works with servers and telephone systems.• Refer to internal database or external resources to provide accurate tech solutions• Ensure all issues are accurately logged• Prioritize and manage several open issues at one time• Follow up with clients to ensure their IT systems are fully functional after troubleshooting• Troubleshoots independently aiming for first time resolution every time, knowing when to escalate when required to ensure consistent work velocity.• Provides detailed information on steps taken on all escalations.

    • Proven work experience as a Technical Support Engineer, Desktop Support Engineer, IT Help Desk Technician or similar role.• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.• Hands-on experience with Windows 7 thru 10, Windows Server and Mac operating systems.• Knowledge of network security practices• Ability to provide step-by-step technical help, both written and verbal• Must be confident and socially adept.• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite• Must be a fast and pro-active self-leaner.• Must have a positive and helpful attitude towards other colleagues and work in general.• Must be able to handle pressure from time to time and always meet deadlines.• Ability to travel, work shifts and after hours when necessary• Must have excellent time management, prioritisation, scheduling and organisation skills.• Degree in Electronic and Computer Engineering or Computer Science.Desirable• Hold a valid UAE Driving License• Certifications in Microsoft, Linux, Fortinet, Cisco or similar technologies is a plus

    Unified Microsystems is a privately-owned IT Solutions Provider with offices in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Manila, Philippines. It provides IT solutions for clients in the Middle East, Europe and South East Asia. More

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    Application Developer – Java & Web Technologies | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction As an Application Developer, you will lead IBM into the future by translating system requirements into the design and development of customized systems in an agile environment. The success of IBM is in your hands as you transform vital business needs into code and drive innovation. Your work will power IBM and its clients globally, collaborating and integrating code into enterprise systems. You will have access to the latest education, tools and technology, and a limitless career path with the world’s technology leader. Come to IBM and make a global impact!Your Role and Responsibilities Over the past 100 years, IBMers all over the globe have helped make the world work better and smarter. In this new era of Cognitive Business, IBM is helping to reshape industries by bringing together our expertise in Cloud, Analytics, Security, Mobile, and the Internet of Things: Changing how we create, collaborate, analyze and engage. From transforming healthcare to improving the retail shopping experience – it’s what IBMers do. In Africa, we’ve been changing the way the continent does business for more than 50 years, and as our company continues to grow, we’re looking for talented professionals to join us in this new era.Join us and be part of a diverse and global team of thinkers and doers, and make an impact.The Developer in this job role should have expertise in translating IT requirements in the design, development, and assembly of components to create custom information systems. Typical examples of the deliverables are functional and technical designs, models, components, code, unit tests, and documentation. IT Specialists who primarily apply their technical skills in an internal or external customer billable services and implementation environment. The employee leads technical support or the business processes.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise Skills: Environment: • Experience and working knowledge in key functional processes. Awareness of business activities.Communication/Negotiation: • Exchanges information, ideas and concepts. Requires negotiation to achieve coordination.Problem Solving: • Use advanced technical knowledge to perform and apply new technical procedures to the business processes. May recommend improvements to existing technical procedures based on understanding of new technologies.Contribution/Leadership: • Working individually or as a team member, may set work priorities within well established procedures and objectives.• May provide coordination of activities.• Gives technical direction. Viewed as a technical expert

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Finance Operations Executive | Propel Consult

    Employment:

    Full Time

    A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or any relevant fieldExceptional multi-tasking skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsCommitted to maintaining high quality standards and meeting deadlines under pressurefresh graduate with a minimum of 1 year of experience in finance and operations

    A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or any relevant fieldExceptional multi-tasking skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsCommitted to maintaining high quality standards and meeting deadlines under pressurefresh graduate with a minimum of 1 year of experience in finance and operations

    Propel Consult delivers a service in step with the needs of both our client companies and candidates. Our ability to add value to all levels of recruitment stems from our wholehearted belief in providing a professional service to both parties.
    We have built relationships with many leading indigenous and mulitnational organisations throughout the Middle East and internationally in countries such as UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt and many more.
    Concentrating our resources has created 5 distinct specialist divisions:

    Banking & Finance
    Human Resources
    Oil & Gas
    Construction
    Architecture & Engineering More

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    Relationship Manager (Corporate Banking) | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Objective of the role: Explore business opportunities and maintain client’s relationship Responsibilities •Develope and maintain corporate customer relationship •Participate in marketing and cross-selling bank’s corporate financial service, such as loans, treasury, trade financing or other financial products from the aspect of customer needs to improve the comprehensive benefits of the whole bank •Be familiarize with corperate financing product and procedures, such as TL, RCF,project finance•Provide professional financial solutions and conduct credit analysis and prepare credit proposals •Deliver and execute business plan or transactions •Carry out proactive risk control of credit business, undertake risk prevention work including credit risk, operational risk, compliance and anti-money laundering risk, complete post-lending management and KYC •Responsible to meet the relevant KPI target imposed

    Interactions: Reporting to the Head of the Department Other interactions: Treasury Dept.Trade Financing Dept.,FI Dept. Minimum Years of Experience: Not less than 5 years experience in banking or financial related industry and Minimum 3 years’ relationship management experience in corporate banking.  Preferred University Subject: Business/accounting/financing/law or related disciplines Seniority level of the role: Experienced Professional University Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or above, a reputed university prefered Other Certifications obtained: FRM/CFA/CPA/ACCA would be a plus Nature and Length of Previous Experience: Not less than 5 years experience in banking or financial related industry and Minimum 3 years experience in corporate banking. MENA working experience would be a plusSpecialist Knowledge: Strong credit analysis and risk management skills as well as ability to analyse and make sound judgements on complex financial information Soft Skills and Personality Strait• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal-fluency in English is essential• Good multiple-tasks management skill under pressure Age Preference : 27 – 40 Language Fluency Preference: Fluent in English, Mandarin speaking would be a plus

    In October 2008, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) formally entered into the Middle East region, establishing Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Middle East) Limited (regulated by the DFSA) and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (QFC) Branch (authorized by the QFCRA) in quick succession and commencing businesses. This enables ICBC to become the pioneer of China-owned banks in the Middle East region, and will, on the basis of its advanced market position, excellent client base, multiple product structure, strong innovative ability and prominent brand value, allows ICBC to support various infrastructure financing demands in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and the greater Middle East, and comprehensively provide various financial services including international trade, domestic guarantee and oversea credit, project financing, to become the economic bridge and channel between China and the Middle East region.

    At the end of 2009, ICBC succeeded in acquiring a wholesale banking license from Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates, which is seen as a big progress for ICBC in the Middle East region. Now a chain has been formed between the cities of Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Doha to provide more comprehensive financial services to ICBC clients in the region.

    ICBC will keep on improving its network within the Middle East region by relying on abundance of market resources, insistence on prioritizing commercial banking, striving to develop investment banking and asset management, so as to strengthen ICBC’s influence and competitiveness, and become the most influential and respectable bank in the region. More

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    Operation Manager (Clearing) | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    ResponsibilitiesAssist to operate the Bank’s transaction monitoring system, suspicious transaction monitoring system and other system;Assist to perform the due dilligence investigation of the clearing business;Assist to analyse the clearing data and create the relevant report;Assist to update the regulations and internal protocols;Any other resposibility assigned by the Bank from time to time on the basis of requirmentInteractions: Reporting to the Head of the Department Other interactions: Compliance Department, FI Department and Treasury Department

    Minimum Years of Experience: 3 Preferred University Subject: Finance Seniority level of the role: Junior Professional University Qualifications: Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or accounting or related major from a reputed UniversityNature and Length of Previous Experience: Minimum 3 years of working experience in Banking industry. Specialist Knowledge: Statistic Analysis Skills Language Fluency Preference: Fluent English is a must, Madarin is a plus.

    In October 2008, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) formally entered into the Middle East region, establishing Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Middle East) Limited (regulated by the DFSA) and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (QFC) Branch (authorized by the QFCRA) in quick succession and commencing businesses. This enables ICBC to become the pioneer of China-owned banks in the Middle East region, and will, on the basis of its advanced market position, excellent client base, multiple product structure, strong innovative ability and prominent brand value, allows ICBC to support various infrastructure financing demands in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and the greater Middle East, and comprehensively provide various financial services including international trade, domestic guarantee and oversea credit, project financing, to become the economic bridge and channel between China and the Middle East region.

    At the end of 2009, ICBC succeeded in acquiring a wholesale banking license from Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates, which is seen as a big progress for ICBC in the Middle East region. Now a chain has been formed between the cities of Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Doha to provide more comprehensive financial services to ICBC clients in the region.

    ICBC will keep on improving its network within the Middle East region by relying on abundance of market resources, insistence on prioritizing commercial banking, striving to develop investment banking and asset management, so as to strengthen ICBC’s influence and competitiveness, and become the most influential and respectable bank in the region. More

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    Trader/Treasury Manager/Investment Manager/Anlysist/Asset and Liabilty manager/Finance Manager | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Objective of the role: Process the transactions within his responsibility line with high quality and efficient. Build and maintain the relationship with counterparties. Fulfill the related work and task assigned by department head. Handling Treasury Business. Responsibilities 1.Process transactions including but not limited to FX spot, forward, swap, Money market, time deposit, bond and bills investments, IRS, CIRS.2.Financial market monitor, inquire data and information internet, Reuters, Bloomberg and any possible channels to monitor the change of financial market in every workday.3.Maintain and update the Cash flow and liquidity of the branch.4.Update and maintain Assets and Liability management for the branch.5.Summarize and submit the reports required by QFC and H.O. and Finance department.6.Assist the head to compile and update the departmental policies and manuals.7.Create and maintain the relationship with the counterparties.8.Making proposal for the investments.9.Fulfill other task assigned by management.

    Interactions: Reporting to Head of the Department Nature of the role is best described as-Trader/Treasury Manager Seniority level of the role: Fresh Graduate/Anlysist/Manager University Qualifications: Master degree prefer Other Certifications obtained: CFA,FRM,ACCA prefer Nature and Length of Previous Experience: 0-10years Specialist Knowledge: at least one Money Market, Asset and liability manangement, Foreign exchange, Fixed income investment Soft Skills and Personality Strait: Good Negotiator Age Preference : 22-35 Nationality Preference: Chinese,Indian, Asians Language Fluency Preference: English must in business communicate level, speak Arabic or Chinese will be better

    In October 2008, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) formally entered into the Middle East region, establishing Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Middle East) Limited (regulated by the DFSA) and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (QFC) Branch (authorized by the QFCRA) in quick succession and commencing businesses. This enables ICBC to become the pioneer of China-owned banks in the Middle East region, and will, on the basis of its advanced market position, excellent client base, multiple product structure, strong innovative ability and prominent brand value, allows ICBC to support various infrastructure financing demands in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and the greater Middle East, and comprehensively provide various financial services including international trade, domestic guarantee and oversea credit, project financing, to become the economic bridge and channel between China and the Middle East region.

    At the end of 2009, ICBC succeeded in acquiring a wholesale banking license from Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates, which is seen as a big progress for ICBC in the Middle East region. Now a chain has been formed between the cities of Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Doha to provide more comprehensive financial services to ICBC clients in the region.

    ICBC will keep on improving its network within the Middle East region by relying on abundance of market resources, insistence on prioritizing commercial banking, striving to develop investment banking and asset management, so as to strengthen ICBC’s influence and competitiveness, and become the most influential and respectable bank in the region. More

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    Hindi Speaking Sales Coordinator | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment:

    Full Time

    HINDI SPEAKING SALES COORDINATORPosition Title: Hindi Speaking Sales CoordinatorEmployment Type: Full Time Salary: up to 5K AED all-inclusive depending on experience and qualifications Job Location: Sharjah, UAEAbout the Client: A well-established business formation group, based in Sharjah with proven track records on successful, streamlined process of businesses structure that suits different client needs within UAEJob Role: ? Provide necessary support to the members of Sales team regarding documents needed, follow up, status and customer requested schedules? Provide feedback on the submitted documents of clients? Help customers by educating them on the process of requested service in a business set up setting? Increase sales by displaying excellent customer service, responsive and highly organized manner of offering additional service needed by clients? Collaborate with the sales team and other departments thereby ensuring smooth integration of sales, operations and marketing activities

    ? Open to Indian nationals? Female, 45 years old and below? Minimum 2 years of experience working in same role? Must be fluent in Hindi language? Experience using Zoho CRM will be preferred? Immediately joiners will be prioritizedHow to Apply:Send your CV in word format to: SALESJOBZ2020 AT GMAIL DOT COM and use “Hindi Speaking Sales Coordinator” as the email subject

    RTC-1 Employment Services is a licensed recruitment firm based in Dubai, UAE. Our team has been in the market since 2004 and we are supporting various industries with their staffing needs across the Middle East and Africa. More