Senior Assistant Accountant

Posted 2 Days Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office or Remote
Senior level
Food • Travel • Hospitality
The Role
Monitors period-end accounting processes, validates financial transactions and disbursements, reconciles accounts, analyzes costs, and prepares financial reports. Responds to stakeholder queries, ensures budget and policy compliance, and recommends process improvements, automation, and cost savings. The role also supports revisions to accounting methods, forms, standards, and workflows while maintaining accurate and timely financial data.
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Responsibilities
  • Monitor and validate all regular/period closing accounting processes to ensure timely and accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions
  • Ensure financial transactions are in compliance to budgetary thresholds set
  • Process, monitor and implement all accounts payments checks and ensure all disbursements are aligned with company policy
  • Validate sales transactions and ensure recording of received funds in various forms against recorded sales
  • Perform account reconciliation process on timely basis to ensure accuracy and reliability of financial data
  • Contribute by responding, coordinating & investigating requests/queries received from the stakeholders as per agreed SLA
  • Establish and analyze various costs in accordance with the approved budget and produce related reports to support and aid business decision
  • Analyze processes and recommend changes to achieve improvement, automation and cost savings
  • Contribute to revising work methods, forms, formats, and standards to improve operational efficiency and coordinate with stakeholders in revising work processes and methods
Qualifications

Education Qualification: 
Bachelor's degree in accounting or commerce or equivalent

Work Experience: 

  • At least 4 years’ experience in the area of Finance, preferably in more than one area 
  • Sound bookkeeping knowledge
  • Knowledge of advanced excel functions
  • MS Office proficiency 
  • ERP experience in Finance Modules
  • Process improvements
  • Conducting analysis and providing summaries/recommendations

Skills:

  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to effectively interact with employees and stakeholders
  • Understanding of VAT rules and application on transactions
  • Analytical ability 
  • Problem solving
About UsEKFC (https://www.emiratesflightcatering.com/about-us/):

Build Your Future With Us

At Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), our people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the world’s largest catering and hospitality services providers, we deliver excellence at scale—supporting airlines, hospitality brands, and global events every day. Our success is driven by the passion, professionalism, and commitment of our teams.

Why Work With Us

At EKFC, your role matters. Whether you work in operations, engineering, corporate services, or support functions, you contribute to delivering safe, reliable, and high‑quality services every single day.

You’ll be part of:

  • A globally recognised organisation within the Emirates Group ecosystem
  • A diverse, multicultural workforce united by shared standards and values
  • A fast‑paced, operational environment where responsibility and professionalism matter
  • A workplace that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement

Life at EKFC

What you can expect:

  • Collaborative and approachable leadership
  • A diverse, multicultural team
  • Open communication and transparency

Rewards & Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being:

  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Two duty meals provided at EKFC
  • Health and wellness coverage
  • Paid time off and public holidays
  • Performance‑based annual bonus and salary review opportunities, subject to eligibility and company policy
  • Recognition for achievements and commitment, including monetary NAJM Awards (Appreciation, Bronze, Silver & Gold levels)
  • Learning and development support
  • Team events and engagement activities

(Benefits may vary by role and location.)

Our Recruitment Journey

Our recruitment process is designed to be transparent and respectful:

  1. Application review
  2. Initial interview or assessment
  3. Technical Interview & Case Study presentation
  4. Background Check
  5. Employment Contract

We aim to keep candidates informed every step of the way.

(The recruitment and interview process may vary depending on the role.)

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, commerce, or equivalent
  • At least 4 years of finance experience
  • Experience in more than one finance area
  • Sound bookkeeping knowledge
  • Knowledge of advanced Excel functions
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Experience with ERP finance modules
  • Process improvement experience
  • Experience conducting analysis and providing summaries or recommendations
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to interact effectively with employees and stakeholders
  • Understanding of VAT rules and transaction application
  • Analytical and problem-solving ability
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The Company
31 Employees
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

Emirates Flight Catering is one of the world’s largest catering operations, serving hospitality groups, organisations, and more than 100 airline customers. It provides airline, events, and VIP catering, plus laundry, food production, and airport-lounge food-and-beverage services. Its large-scale facilities produce meals using advanced food-processing and handling systems, while diversification includes retail products, e-commerce, and Emirati catering at Dubai International Airport.

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