Senior Accountant Treasury

About This Role

About Dubai Holding Asset Management:

Dubai Holding Asset Management (DHAM) owns and operates an extensive portfolio of 20 landmark retail destinations and 15 residential communities.

The Group plays a focal role in shaping Dubai's position as a global leader in business, tourism and leisure, contributing to its position as one of the world's most coveted and sought-after liveable destinations. From hot-spot retail destinations like Bluewater's, JBR, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Al Khawaneej Walk and The Outlet Village to popular attractions, including the Theatre of Digital Art, Madame Tussauds, Tr88house, Museum of Illusions, Dubai Holding Asset Management’s retail destinations captivate millions of visitors and tourists every year.

Meanwhile, the niche and vibrant community centres as Bay Avenue, Mudon Community Centre, and Serena Marketplace play a vast role in enhancing the overall quality of life in residential communities, making neighbourhoods more vibrant and connected. In 2022,

Dubai Holding Asset Management’s retail destinations collectively attracted over 28 million visitors and hosted over 75 events across the portfolio. Dubai Asset Management maintains a substantial presence in Dubai with a leasing portfolio of 15 distinct residential communities, elevating the city’s global recognition as one of the most desirable and liveable destinations worldwide.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Accountant - Treasury to join Dubai Holding Asset Management. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

Overall Responsibilities:

* Verify and maintain book of accounts for bank payment and bank receipt entries, preparation of journal vouchers, debit / credit notes, cheques ensuring data accuracy.

* Post financial entries periodically and manage data updates into the assigned system to facilitate efficient processing of transactions. Maintain records for all transactions for audit trail.

Recording and Reconciliation - Daily and Monthly

* Conduct reconciliation of all relevant sub & general ledger balances, reports and reconciliation as per defined standards of accounting internal policies to ensure correct balances are reflected in DHAM’s books of accounts.

* Ensure timely recording and reporting of all transactions daily.

* Prepare reconciliation of bank transactions (Bank lines) against ERP recorded operations daily.

* Support in the preparation of monthly Trial Balance reconciliation and send for review to the Assistant Manager - Treasury.

* Compare all transactions recorded in the ERP to ensure they are reflected in bank’s physical transactions.

* Support in conducting two-way bank transaction & ERP reconciliation monthly.

* Manage the closing of accounts as per specified time scales and company’s policies and procedures.

Reporting

* Prepare various financial statistical reports for the Management to facilitate timely reconciliation of various designated accounts and keep them informed of the status.

Cash Pooling, Cash Sweep, Intercompany transfer

* Ensure real time maintenance of calibrated cash position of DHAM and all its legal entities and business units.

* Manage intercompany transfers as and directed by the Management.

Liquidity management / Cash Forecast / yield return maximization

* Forecast company’s cash flow to ensure liquidity is maintained within the company’s periodic plans and make recommendations for the development of contingency funding plans as and when needed.

* Ensure maximization of return on company’s available cash and ensure that the cashbook and ledger are accurately updated on a regular basis.

* Identify gaps in cash inflows and ensure that all chargeable cash revenue is collected, and all money is banked in due course.

Relationship Management - Banks

* Support in maintaining relationships with banks and coordinate with them on regular Treasury operations such as bank account opening and closing, bank loans processing, hedging, settlements, bank account annual review, KYC requirements etc.

Electronic System Management

* Maintain complete log of accounts opened and closed during the period.

* Ensure online access for all company bank accounts.

* Update and maintain bank records in the ERP and ensure accuracy of data.

Facility Management

* Prepare payment schedules for different facilities deployed (Principal - Interest - Hedge).

* Ensure proper accounting of the facility (accrual) and hedge instruments (IFRS documentation & accrual).

Audit Support

* Assist auditors in completing audits as per the schedule by coordinating with other departments and providing them the requisite information. Support the implementation of action plans for audit findings to ensure that all the audit findings are worked on and successfully dealt with facilitating subsequent audits, if required

Continuous Improvement

* Keep abreast of professional and technology developments, new tools and techniques, changes in regulation and other best practices.

* Advice management of new ideas and solutions in the treasury environment.

* Coordinate and prepare new project proposals and execute approved projects within the Treasury function.

* Constantly evaluate and look for areas of improvement in back-office operations to bring efficiency and effectiveness.

About you:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Banking, Treasury, Accounting, or a related field.

* Possesses a minimum of 4 years of professional experience, including at least 2 years in corporate or banking middle/back-office functions with a focus on treasury or accounting operations.

* Demonstrated expertise in preparing cash forecasts and conducting cash flow analysis is highly desirable.

* Strong analytical abilities with the capability to manage and synthesize large volumes of data effectively.

* Proficient in ERP accounting software with a solid understanding of accounting standards and practices.

* Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.

* Skilled at managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines.

* Adept at fostering collaboration through strong interpersonal and communication skills, while being a proactive team player.

* Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications, with advanced proficiency in MS Excel

About the Benefits:

At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team and enjoy a comprehensive benefit package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.