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    Accounts Receivable | Farahat & Co.

    Employment: Full Time

    We are looking for a skilled Accounts Receivable professional. Accounts receivable duties include ensuring accuracy and efficiency of operations, processing and monitoring incoming payments, and securing revenue by verifying and posting receiptsRequirementsUAE experience requiredAccount receivable experience minimum 3 years in the roleOther accounting experience a plusProfessional designation (as mentioned in point 1 above) is a plusExcellent English communicationJob Type: Full-timePay: AED3,000.00 – AED4,500.00 per month
    Salary:AED 3,000 to 4,500 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    ResponsibilitiesProcess accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and proceduresPerform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables dataPrepare bills, invoices and bank depositsReconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly postedVerify discrepancies by and resolve clients’ billing issuesFacilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clientsGenerate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status

    arahat & Co. was founded in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in 1985. We are an ISO certified company. FAR is a regulated firm, listed with Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) as an approved financial auditor/liquidator and is also listed with Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and UAE Courts as an expert witness and also, as a regulated liquidator. In addition, we are listed with many other free zones in Dubai, UAE and with the major banks in the UAE.
    We are regulated by all governmental authorities and licensed as a VAT and tax consulting firm. FAR is a member of Leading Edge Alliance(LEA) Global Network, the second largest firm network in the world. More

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    Compliance Executive | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    EY’s NextWave strategy accounts for the dramatic and fast-paced changes that the world is undergoing, including rapid advances in technology, new client needs, macroeconomic and geopolitical shifts, and people’s new expectations of the future of work. These changes create exciting opportunities, but new opportunities also bring new risks. At the same time, increasing regulatory and compliance obligations add pressure on the firm and our client handlers.Within the professional services environment, the management of risk is fundamental to the successful delivery of our client services and promotion of our brand. Our Risk Management team provides a second line of defense support encompassing the technical support and processes which enable and support the delivery of service quality, contain the threat of litigation, limit damage to our reputation and achieve full fee recovery.The opportunityThe role is for an experienced Compliance officer to join our team to support the Kuwait, Qatar and Oman (KQO) cluster. You will be responsible for ensuring that all regulatory areas within the cluster are met and conduct ongoing review and evaluation of the framework in respect to compliance with policies, procedures, laws and regulations in order to minimize exposure to risksYour key responsibilities•Regulatory Compliance: manage the application of the firm’s compliance and risk framework (controls, testing, monitoring, and training) on a risk-based approach. As needed, you will implement any improvements to these policies as needed by the firm’s compliance and risk framework.•Coordination of the risk management due diligence for acquisitions, technologies, alliances, new services•Coordination of knowledge sharing and networking with the Service Line Quality•Other risk management responsibilities as needed on training, special projects etcSkills and attributes for success•5 + years of relevant experience working in compliance for a multinational organization•Commercial awareness of the issues facing the business and the ability to deal with problems in a practical and common-sense way. Apply judgment to resolving complex risk and compliance matters.•Ability to establish a high degree of credibility, respect and trust at all levels, including with senior partners of the firm.

    To qualify for the role you must have•Strong personal communication skills, capable of dealing with wide a range of people.•Effective planning and organizational skills to prioritize key areas of responsibility, tasks and projects.Ideally, you’ll also have•Knowledge of Assurance or other regulated activities, and experience of working with regulators would be an asset.•Arabic Language (Business communication level proficiency)What we look for•Relevant qualifications in compliance and/or experience with any of the policy areas would be an asset.What we offerWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:•Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.•Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.•Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.•Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.EY | Building a better working worldEY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.
    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Finance Manager | Standard Chartered Bank – UAE

    Employment: Full Time

    Responsibilities:• To ensure high quality regulatory reporting in compliance with CBI regulations and requirements and implementation of Group standards and policies where required.• To assist CFO/FC Iraq maintaining strong relationships with CBI departments and Tax Authorities.• Networking and liaison with the key finance customers – Group Finance, Business Finance, Local Regulators, Central Bank Inspectors, Statutory Auditors and Tax Auditors.• To provide effective financial support to other finance customers like Group Finance, Group Corporate Treasury, Group Market Risk, Group Taxation, Group Auditors, Statutory Auditors, Local Regulators, Other Support Functions, etc.• To help maintain an effective control environment ensuring that all regulatory and financial control requirements are met. Most importantly, to ensure the robustness and integrity of the General Ledger of the Bank.• To contribute to cost efficiencies in Iraq through effective financial business support to the function.• Providing strong Finance Support to the Business.• Develop report & monitor both leading & lagging financial and non-financial key performance indicators for WB and its constituent businesses.• Monitor implementation of strategy, objectives & budget for business• Assist in developing robust business plans for Business and provide management with the information necessary to monitor performance against these plans.• Ensure compliance and implementation of Group standards & policies.• Ensure all regulatory & financial control requirements are met.• Network & liaise with key partners in Finance & other relevant members.Business:• To initiate and coordinate the formulation of the annual Business Operating Plans, Budgeting process. Also, to monitor and provide MoM progress analysis for actual Vs projected numbers.• To ensure that financial statements and returns are prepared in adherence with regulatory requirements and group IFRS standards.• ALCO member & secretary, provide different and new developments to assist business in planning and mitigating the risk where identified.• Supervise and coordinate month end activities by reviewing and approving different entries and further checking the following schedules and P&L, BS and forecast packs..• To play a leading part in managing the bank’s operational financial structure in Iraq including funding, liquidity, FCY Position, Equity, Lending, limits and risk.• To handle the evaluations of local projects and revenue natures in accordance with group guidelines.• To monitor the capital expenditure and to ensure adherence to budget limits.• To supervise and monitor recording of bank’s fixed assets and depreciation.• Main point of contact with the bank’s service excellence team setting in Chennai, follow up on the SLA’s and the proper implementation.• Responsible on following up the ORP points related to country finance and LKCSA updates• Responsible for finance A/C’s monthly reconciliation.* Day to day country finance operations to include different departments inquiries , CBRs , Accruals and prepaid entries … etc• To perform a daily oversight on the bank’s P&L and BS accounts using trackers receives daily from FSSC team including Trial Balance review. Investigating with responsible businesses if any hits.• To insure the AP process is within the signed SLA with FSSC team and CRES dept. This is to insure the required cost control is monitored and to reflect a better image and reputation to SCBProcesses:• Financial Controls• Management Accounting• Financial Accounting• Regulatory Reporting• Business Finance• Liquidity risk management• Capital risk managementAiming to:• A strong and robust financial reporting within minimal errors.• Compliance from a financial point of view on all Group policies, IFRS, Local Regulatory policies, Delegation of Authority, Basel Committee etc…• Delivering high quality submission of the required returns to regulatory.• Formulation of Financial Strategic Plan / Budgets, CAPEX and ALM management..• Identifying major trends at early stages to enable the business take remedial action accordingly i.e signal business risk, contribute to cost saving• Results of Audit, Internal & External reviews.Risk Management:• Responsible for identifying, assessing, monitoring, controlling and mitigating risks to the Group. Also, an awareness and understanding of the main risks facing the Group and the role the individual plays in managing them• The ability to interpret the Group’s financial information, identify key issues based on this information and put in place appropriate controls and measures• Act as the Accounting & financial reporting, Tax, Regulatory reporting, risk control owner under the Group’s Risk Management Framework. Ensure a full understanding of the risk and control environment in area of responsibility.• Manage operational risk of the Finance function through all applicable policies and by serving as local Risk Owner for operational risk sub-types under External Rules & Regulations;Apply now to join the Bank for those with big career ambitions.

    Qualifications:• BA in Finance, banking or accounting is required.• Master’s degree, CPA or any other professional certificate is a plus• Attended relevant Banking and management training courses,• Languages; Arabic and English languages are required for role

    Standard Chartered Bank started in 1958 in UAE with its first branch in Sharjah. The Group’s business gradually increased in Dubai with the opening of several branches and today, Dubai is the administrative hub of the Middle East and South Asia Region. In its 43rd year, the Bank enjoys the position of having the most extensive branch network among foreign international banks in UAE with 10 branches emirate-wide.
    Standard Chartered is an international bank, focused on the established and emerging markets of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America with an extensive global network of more than 600 offices in over 50 countries. The three principal business groups are Global Markets, Personal Banking and Corporate and Institutional Banking.
    In UAE, we are one of the leading banks, offering an extensive range of products and services for personal customers, local companies, multinational corporate and financial institutions. More

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    General Ledger Accountant | Farahat & Co.

    Employment: Full Time

    • Experienced: General Ledger accountant• Job Type: Full-time• Industry: Auditing Firm• Experience: GL accountant: 3 years (Required)
    Salary:AED 3,000 to 4,500 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    • Minimum of 3 years as General Ledger accountant• Minimum work experience of 5 years• Candidates with an audit background will be given preference• Candidates working towards a certification will be given preference• Audit: 1 year (Preferred)• Accounting: 5 years (Preferred)

    arahat & Co. was founded in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in 1985. We are an ISO certified company. FAR is a regulated firm, listed with Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) as an approved financial auditor/liquidator and is also listed with Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and UAE Courts as an expert witness and also, as a regulated liquidator. In addition, we are listed with many other free zones in Dubai, UAE and with the major banks in the UAE.
    We are regulated by all governmental authorities and licensed as a VAT and tax consulting firm. FAR is a member of Leading Edge Alliance(LEA) Global Network, the second largest firm network in the world. More

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    Sales – Professional Service | Farahat & Co.

    Employment: Full Time

    Sales ( Selling professional services) Required• Minimum of two years selling professional services• 3 years in UAE minimum experience• Experience in a law firm or audit / accounting firm OR knowledge with legal or audit / accounting (certificate or degree or courses)• 10 years of experience total in sales
    Salary:AED 6,000 to 7,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    • Qualifications: Sales & Marketing (Services)• Specialist knowledge: Selling professional services• Language Fluency: English• Current Location: UAE

    arahat & Co. was founded in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in 1985. We are an ISO certified company. FAR is a regulated firm, listed with Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) as an approved financial auditor/liquidator and is also listed with Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and UAE Courts as an expert witness and also, as a regulated liquidator. In addition, we are listed with many other free zones in Dubai, UAE and with the major banks in the UAE.
    We are regulated by all governmental authorities and licensed as a VAT and tax consulting firm. FAR is a member of Leading Edge Alliance(LEA) Global Network, the second largest firm network in the world. More

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    Facilities & Maintenance Manager | A Leading Holding Company in the UAE

    Employment: Full Time

    A well-established UAE based company with diversified businesses including, Hospitality, Real Estate and Other Investments is looking to hire an experienced residential Facilities & Maintenance Manager to assist in managing its Real Estate maintenance department.The Company currently owns 10 buildings with a portfolio size of 503 residential and commercial units and 34 villas split between Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and Al Ain operating from 2 offices, Dubai & Abu Dhabi.As a Facilities & Maintenance Manager, you are responsible to manage and oversee the whole maintenance operations and team and to ensure that the maintenance operations within the properties are working smoothly to enhance the value of the portfolio.

    Education, Qualifications & Technical Experiences• Experience in overseeing Maintenance & Engineering of Rental Properties in the UAE with minimum of 5 years of experience• Experience in planning maintenance operations• Solid understanding of technical aspects of plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems, AC units, chillers , etc.• Working knowledge of facilities machines and equipment• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities• BSc/BA in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

    A leading holding company in the UAE. More

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    Property & Leasing Manager | A Leading Holding Company in the UAE

    Employment: Full Time

    A well-established UAE based company with diversified businesses including, Hospitality, Real Estate and Other Investments is looking to hire an experienced residential Property Manager to assist in managing its Real Estate Operations.The Company currently owns 10 buildings with a portfolio size of 503 residential and commercial units and 34 villas split between Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and Al Ain operating from 2 offices, Dubai & Abu Dhabi.As a Property & Leasing Manager, you are responsible for maximizing Rental Revenue, Improving Tenants Relations and Enhancing the value of the portfolio.

    • Minimum 3 years’ experience as Manager of a rental Asset Portfolio• You should be holding a University degree, with good command of Arabic & English Language• Strong personality, commanding respect• Experienced with tenancy contract management, business development, operations, client/tenant relations• Experienced with tenancy contract management, business development, operations, client/tenant relations• Experience in overseeing Maintenance & Engineering of Rental Properties• Familiar with UAE Rental Market Emirates Rental Laws

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    Deals – Strategy & Operations – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Deals – Strategy & Operations – Senior Manager (Technology, Media, and Telecoms)Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismDeal StrategyManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryPwC is the largest professional services firm in the Middle East with over 6,000 employees offering unparalleled range of expert capabilities from Strategy through to Deals, Consulting, Tax and Assurance Services. PwC operates across 12 countries in the region and serves both public and private sector clients.Within PwC, our Deals line of service helps organizations execute successful deals and create value through strategy definition and due diligence for domestic and cross-border M&A, divestitures and spin-offs, capital markets transactions like IPOs and debt offerings, and bankruptcies and other businessreorganizations.Deals Strategy & Operations Overview:Deals Strategy & Operations (DSO) provides strategic and operational advice across the deal continuum from setting the deal strategy to post-deal execution. Examples of services we undertake include advising funds on strategic decisions, supporting businesses in conducting commercial due diligence on potential target acquisitions, developing business plans and corporate strategies, and assessing feasibilities of potential investments. Our team includes a diverse mix of profiles with people with relevant strategy, investment, and operations experience combined with deep industry expertise. Our clients include regional and international corporates, leading private equity houses, family offices, major banks and investment funds, and government entities.The Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT) team within DS&O is seeking to hire an experienced Manager or Senior Manager to work closely with the leadership to develop the EUMI vertical, and work across a range of Deals advisory assignments from commercial / business diligence to transaction advisory in joint ventures & alliances.Responsibilities:As a Senior Manager or Manager within the TMT team in DS&O, your responsibilities will include:- Overseeing the successful delivery of projects, which may include multiple projects at a time, while leading a team of 3-4 consultants- Managing the client relationship on a day-to-day basis including other stakeholders- Structuring and ensuring the development of reports encompassing the relevant analysis, findings and recommendations- Supporting on business development efforts across key geographies in the GCC and within the TMT sectors / subsectorsPreferred Knowledge and skills- Demonstrates extensive knowledge of, and/or proven record of success in, commercial due diligence or corporate strategy roles, preferably for a global network of professional services firms, private equity or corporate organizations, emphasizing the following:• Understanding various facets of mergers, integrations, spin-offs and/or divestiture transactions, including options analyses and recommendations.• Assisting clients with strategic planning and business reviews; growth, market entry and international expansion; and market opportunity sizing.- Demonstrates experience in multiple TMT domains: data centre, cloud and managed services, IoT, fintech, e-commerce, gaming, OTT, etc.- Demonstrates extensive abilities, and/or proven record of success with, managing and developing strategic client relationships while providing the highest quality client work across multiple client projects:- Building solid and collaborative relationships with team members and fostering a productive teamwork environment;- Taking an active role in new business development and pursuit activities, including client lead maturation, proposal development, and closing new business opportunities;- Delivering significant business results that reflect strategic and creative thinking and individual initiative;- Managing complex projects while functioning as a trusted advisor at the highest levels of client organizations;- Identifying and addressing client needs: building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships;- Conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses of complex data, including Market and competitor analysis (market sizing, drivers and dynamics), customer analysis and internal analysis (strategic analysis, business model reviews, and financials);- Developing high-impact work plans: prioritizing issues that drive the answer, developing creative ways to prove or disprove hypotheses, estimating time and resourcing required for work modules;- Managing multi-resource engagements: using work plans to manage day-to-day execution, removing roadblocks, proactively asking for help, effectively communicating up, down and laterally;- Improving work processes: proactively finding standard-setting for engagement execution, codifying and sharing new insights;- Providing direction, coaching and guidance to junior resources.- Writing, communicating, facilitating, and presenting cogently; to and/or for all levels of audiences, clients and internal staff and management.- Synthesizing issues for leadership team.- Managing project workstreams and developing proposals, deliverables and reports using the Microsoft suite of applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint.- Multi-tasking and balancing time effectively, keeping a rapid pace without sacrificing quality; and, Understanding advanced analytics and big data is preferred.

    Minimum years experience required- Minimum of 6-8 years of relevant experience in a strategy consulting firm, private equity, investment fund, or other environments where similar skills have been developedEducation:- Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university with high scores (top 10% in class and/or above 3.6/4 CGPA).- MBA from top business school is preferred, though not essential.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.
    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.
    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.
    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.
    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.
    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More