Reconciliation Services Specialist

ABOUT THE COMPANY

AZADEA Group is a premier lifestyle retail company that owns and operates more than 40 leading international franchise concepts in fashion and accessories, food and beverage, home furnishings, sporting goods, multimedia and beauty and cosmetics across the Middle East and Africa spread across 13 countries overseeing more than 700 stores.

JOB PURPOSE

The Reconciliation Services Specialist at Azadea's Business Services is responsible for delivering professional accounting services and carrying out the tasks of the reconciliation unit to ensure the group receives a seamless and efficient end-to-end service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct balance sheet reconciliation for ARC, verify the reconciliation of accounts, and manage the aging of unreconciled items within the agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to guarantee that the assigned balance sheet is reconciled, and ledger entries for closed shops are closed, ensuring information is both timely and accurate.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external auditors during financial and operational audits to ensure the consistent provision of accurate and timely information.
• Generate reports from statistical and functional metrics, encompassing balance sheet aged items, reconciliation progress, and the status of unreconciled items.
• Strive to enhance the efficiency of system functionality by automating matching and reconciliation processes while adhering to specified schedules, ensuring that all essential information is available for review in a timely manner.
• Ensure the meeting of cut-off dates, closure of general ledger accounts, and implementation of adjustments in accordance with the established period end calendar.
• Execute closing activities as per the prescribed schedule, review management fees, royalties, and management allocations in line with existing agreements. Align accruals with contractual obligations, conduct monthly FX valuation, and ensure tax provisions comply with regulations and established procedures.
• Verify the accuracy of financial data, particularly in balance sheet reconciliation, by identifying, investigating, and rectifying routine errors and anomalies in input data. Maintain clean and reconciled balance sheet accounts to ensure the company is continually aware of its financial position, enabling the production of statutory reports within legislative time limits.
• Deliver and maintain a high level of customer service, aiming to satisfy internal customers by meeting all internal Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and promptly addressing requests.

LANGUAGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Language Skills

• Fluency in English.
• Fluency in French is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or Finance, or a related field.

Master's degree is a plus.

EXPERIENCE

Two to four years of experience is a similar role.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

Financial Acumen

Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. For example, swiftly assembles and fluently interprets the financial data and metrics relevant to the role. Draws rich insights from financial and quantitative data. Adheres to relevant budgetary guidelines.

Optimizes Work Processes

Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. For example, uses metrics and benchmarks to monitor accuracy and quality. Takes steps to make methods productive and efficient. Promptly and effectively addresses process breakdowns.

Ensures Accountability

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. For example, holds self to high standards and consistently honors policies, procedures, and work requirements. Scrupulously ensures all work is correct.

Collaborates

Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, learns how to operate as a team player, contributing actively to the group's efforts. Seeks others' inputs, appreciates their contributions; offers to help when the need is clear.

Nimble Learning

Learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. For example, relishes new or unusual problems; seeks others' input and experiments with own ideas. Easily learns the essence of difficult issues and concepts. Investigates and discusses own mistakes to learn from them.

Azadea Group is an Equal Employment Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by relevant local laws.