Company Overview
Tradeling.com is MENA’s largest B2B marketplace delivering an exceptional experience to our customers and
vendors. Founded in 2019 and backed by the Government of Dubai we are transforming the way business is
conducted in MENA. With over one million SKUs across multiple categories ranging from office supplies, food and beverage, and consumer electronics. At Tradeling, we embrace the challenge to innovate on behalf of our
customers and vendors connecting global and regional suppliers to MENA based demand.
Our Values
As a member of our team, you will be expected to embody our values in your work and interactions
- People First - Leading with Empathy, Always Empowering, Consistently Appreciating.
- Diversity - Creating Inclusiveness, Always ensuring Fairness, Driving Collaboration.
- Integrity - Trusting in each other to do the right thing, Accountable in everything we do, Continuous in
Transparency
- Excellence - Seeking continuous Development, Striving for Innovation, Operating with Agility.
- Customer Obsession - Understanding customer needs, Leading customers through Partnership, Creating
Impact.
Role Title – Senior Accountant
Department – Finance Operations
Location – Dubai
Reports to - Finance Manager / Head of Fin Ops / CFO
Position Overview
The Senior Accountant for the e-commerce company will manage financial processes critical to accounting, month end closing, receivables, inventory reconciliations, invoice verification, and P&L management. The role emphasizes managing detailed elements of accounts receivable, expense accruals, prepayments, and compliance with IFRS standards, particularly IFRS 15, IFRS 16, IAS 37, IAS 38. The Senior Accountant will collaborate across departments to ensure accurate financial records, proper accrual accounting, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Profit & Loss (P&L) Management:
- Oversee and manage the preparation, analysis, and reporting of the Profit & Loss statement,
providing key insights to support business decisions.
- Ensure accurate and timely expense accruals, bookings, and financial reporting processes.
- Collaborate with relevant departments to ensure timely and accurate recognition of costs, and
optimize expense management for profitability.
- Month-End Closing Activities:
- Ensure all month-end closing activities are completed accurately and on time, including
reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial statement preparation.
- Review and verify all month-end adjustments to ensure proper financial reporting.
- Expense Management:
- Accurately record and manage expense accruals, prepayments, and related adjustments within
financial systems.
- Work closely with various departments to ensure their accruals are properly accounted for.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies for expense recognition and
reporting.
- Invoice Verification and Control:
- Verify and review vendor and operational invoices, including last-mile delivery invoices, ensuring
compliance with contracts and purchase orders.
- Manage vendor statement reconciliations and promptly resolve any invoice discrepancies or
disputes.
- IFRS Compliance (Focus on IFRS 16):
- Ensure accurate accounting treatment of leases and related items in line with IFRS 16.
- Maintain proper records and reconciliations of all leasing arrangements and ensure periodic
reporting aligns with IFRS standards.
- Accounts Receivable Management:
- Oversee and manage all elements of accounts receivable, including:
▪ Receivables from payment gateways.
▪ Receivables from 3PL (third-party logistics) partners.
▪ COD (Cash on Delivery) receivables from drivers.
▪ Receivables from credit suppliers.
- Ensure accurate posting, timely reconciliation, and collection of payments.
- Monitor outstanding balances, coordinate with the credit control team, and maintain accurate
aging reports for receivables.
- VAT Compliance:
- Oversee VAT accounting, filing, and timely submission of VAT returns in UAE and KSA.
- Assist in compliance with all applicable VAT regulations and maintain proper documentation for
audits.
- Assist in handling VAT audits and queries from tax authorities.
- Inventory Reconciliation and Controls:
- Conduct regular reconciliations of inventory between ERP and WMS (Warehouse Management
System).
- Reconcile inventory held in third-party warehouses and maintain accurate records for
consignment inventory, ensuring strong controls and compliance.
- Work closely with operational teams to resolve discrepancies in inventory levels and ensure
proper costing and valuation.
- Reconciliation of Financial Records:
- Perform regular reconciliations for accounts, including bank statements, accounts receivable,
prepayments, and accruals.
- Ensure data accuracy and consistency across all financial records and sub-ledgers.
- Collaboration and Reporting:
- Work with cross-functional teams (e.g., logistics, operations, sales) to streamline financial
processes.
- Provide regular reports and detailed financial insights to the Finance Manager and senior
leadership.
Qualifications And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (BBA, B.Com. CPA, ACCA, CMA is preferred).
- Minimum of [5 to 6] years of experience in accounting, with a focus on managing receivables, inventory,
expense accruals, prepayments, and P&L management, preferably in an e-commerce or retail
environment.
- In-depth knowledge and experience with IFRS standards, particularly IFRS 16.
- Proficiency in using ERP systems (Oracle Netsuites), financial software, and inventory management tools.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, with keen attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively collaborate across departments and communicate financial data clearly.
Desired Skills
www.tradeling.com | info@tradeling.com | +971 (0) 4 299 2002
Blink Technologies FZCO, Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA), Building 9W, Office A501, P.O.Box 54406, Dubai, UAE
Hard Skills
- Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems, with experience in inventory management systems (e.g.,
ERP vs. WMS reconciliation).
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis).
- Strong knowledge of IFRS standards, with expertise in IFRS 16 (Leases).
- Detailed understanding of accounts receivable management processes.
- Ability to analyze financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
- Expense accrual and booking expertise, including prepayments and cost management.
- Invoice verification and control, especially for last-mile logistics and operational costs.
- Reconciliation skills, covering accounts, inventory, and financial data.
- Familiarity with last-mile logistics invoice verification processes.
- Experience with high-volume transaction environments and financial data analysis.
- ERP, Microsoft NetSuite experience is a plus.
- Working knowledge of UAE & KSA VAT, Zakat &Tax, withholding Tax, e-invoicing will be plus.
Soft Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration.
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational abilities.
- Problem-solving mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
- Ability to work under pressure, manage tight deadlines, and multitask effectively.
- Team leadership and mentoring capability.
- Strong ethical standards and integrity in financial operations.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and commitment to continuous process improvement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Putting our people first while ensuring our culture is grounded in diversity and where integrity is pivotal, will mean
we are driving individual and community excellence and ensuring our customer is at the heart of everything that
we do! We celebrate diversity and are committed to building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds,
perspectives, and skills. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.
Come build the future of B2B e-commerce with us
By working together on behalf of our customers, we are disrupting and shaping B2B online trade. Our culture is
based on creativity, leadership, teamwork, excellence, passion, integrity, and fun! Our company is growing fast but
we understand the importance of having a healthy work life balance. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a
fast-paced, growing, innovative company, making a big impact on a rapidly evolving space, and having fun along the
way!
