Account Assistant

Kempinski Hotels

Department: Finance & Procurement

Location: United Arab Emirates - Dubai

Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to support our Accounts Payable and employee expense claim processes. This role plays a key part in ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and reimbursements, maintaining compliance with internal controls, and supporting smooth financial operations across entities.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

Receive, verify, and process supplier invoices in accordance with company policies
Ensure correct coding and approval routing of invoices
Monitor payment schedules and support payment runs
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
Maintain accurate AP records and assist with month-end closing
Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Expense Claims

Review and validate employee expense submissions for policy compliance
Ensure proper documentation and approvals are in place
Process claims in the expense management system and coordinate reimbursements
Respond to employee queries regarding claim status and policy interpretation
Support periodic audits and reporting of expense trends

General Support

Assist with data entry, filing, and documentation management
Support finance team with ad hoc tasks and reporting needs
Collaborate with internal departments to resolve payment or claim issues
Contribute to process improvement initiatives and system enhancements


Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
2+ years in finance/accounting
Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel
Strong attention to details, Organization skill and communication skills.

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