Finance & Tax Assistant Manager; UAE​/Kuwait

Assistant Finance Manager About us

At Hellmann we are: caring, entrepreneurial, forward-thinking, reliable and so much more!

We put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global logistics company. It means much more than that:
You will become part of a supportive team and have a strong loyal leader behind you. Dare to think outside of the box? Your creativity has no limits and we will give you the opportunity to try out new things. Are you ready to rock the future with us?

We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Finance Manager, with experience in UAE taxation.

• Reviews all accounting entries, compare actual transaction against forecasts and investigate any variance.
• Monthly filing of UAE VAT returns, corporate tax annual return and transfer pricing compliance ;
  Coordination with consultants for tax compliance in UAE.
• Manages intercompany accounts: monitors receivable and payables, prepares monthly reconciliations, follow ups and dispute settlement.
• Prepares month end GL entries: amortization, depreciation, accruals and bad debts.
• Reviews AP and AR aging of customers and vendors on regular basis and ensure health DSO/DPO.
• Preparation of income statement and cash flow on monthly basis along with balance sheet schedules.
• Review various reconciliation: bank, vendor and customers on regular basis.
• Prepares audit schedules and liaise with the auditor when required.
• Addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities.
• Will be responsible for the Kuwait Finance team as well.

• Candidates should have a professional accounting qualification or a bachelor’s degree specialized in finance
• Experience with in the logistics sector is an advantage
• Fluency in Arabic is preferred but not mandatory
• Minimum 5 to 10 years of work experience ; A minimum of 2 years of experience in UAE taxation is mandatory
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word and Power Point)

• Hellmann is a German multinational organization, that values culture and actively engages in a variety of initiatives planned on a quarterly basis.

Monthly team activities to bring the team together and support charities

Work in a safe, multi-cultural, inclusive environment where everyone is respected

We always look internally before advertising externally for open positions within the company

We have a flexible work – life balance scheme

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics is an equal opportunity employer.