Senior Accountant

## Senior Accountant Apply:
On-Site:
KWT
01:
Al Tijaria Tower, 10th Floor, Al Soor Street, Mirqab:
Full time:
Posted Today:

** Date Posted:
**** Country:
** Kuwait
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* Location:

** KWT
01:
Al Tijaria Tower, 10th Floor, Al Soor Street, Mirqab
** Role Overview:
** The role holder is responsible for managing the accounting function within the Otis - Kuwait Entity for ensuring the effective management and implementation of accounting policies as per approved guidelines. The role holder shall carry out his duties in accordance with the stipulated business policies and procedures.  
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* Core Responsibilities:

*** Manages the overall administration of the accounting activities for Otis Kuwait, guiding the team on operating procedures based on defined guidelines.
* Participates in the development and interpretation of accounting and financial policy related to accounts payables/receivables for Otis Kuwait across various branch locations as per the local laws and norms.
* Manages distribution of tasks within the team to ensure work efficiency and staff productivity.
* Reviews details contained in invoices prior to submission to signatories, ensuring accuracy of information received from the suppliers/vendors.
* Manages all monthly accounts payables/receivables procedures including preparing journal vouchers and batches for entry of receivables transactions (receipts, debit notes, and credit notes).
* Manages all monthly accounts payable procedures including preparation of journal vouchers and batches for entry of payment transactions (payments, debit notes, credit notes, invoices).
* Reviews the accounts payable reports related to aging reports, due payments and others as required.
* Monitors customer history, credit ceiling or aging reports and updates the stakeholders on late receipts.
* Leads the reconciliation process with major suppliers/vendors/contractors and arranges for balance confirmations.
* Liaises with seniors and other departments to resolve any discrepancies and questions related to the recording of payments payable/ receivables transactions.
* Ensures that historical and current data is reviewed in a timely and efficient manner and that payments are reported on and recorded in the system accurately.
* Responds to escalated suppliers’ enquiries regarding invoices and payments.
* Leads the internal and external audit processes, as required, by ensuring the provision of necessary reports and information.  
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* Minimum Qualifications:

*** Minimum 8+ years of accounting experience, with exposure as a General Ledger Accountant or Accounting Manager within the organization.
* Strong focus on pure accounting functions, Accounts Payable (AP) or Accounts Receivable (AR).
* Minimum 2 years of people management/supervisory experience.
* Proven expertise in month-end closing, reporting, book closure, and end-to-end audit management.
* Experience in the elevator, construction, or related industries is preferred.
* Strong leadership presence with a proactive, hands-on, and assertive personality.  If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.

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