Job Purpose and Summary To support the finance and the management team of Canon Middle East by providing high quality financial analysis and timely internal management reporting.To support the growth of business at Canon by developing standardized policies and procedures to improve the internal control environment, ensuring compliance with SOX and other regulatory requirements.To control and manage the regular budgeting and forecasting requirements ensuring that all deadlines are met, and realistic estimates are submitted to head office.What we giveDay to day transactional accounting. Maintain proper books of accounts, as per IFRS/US GAAPPreparation of monthly reporting pack and management accounting/reportingIn-charge of consolidation and elimination of group accountsPrepare & process various monthly journal entries prior to closingMonthly exchange rate updatesSubmission of monthly results to headquartersPreparation of cash flow forecastMonthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts to confirm completeness and accuracy assertionAssist quarterly submission of VAT returnsEnsure strong internal controls to protect the assets of the companyAssisting in preparation of auditing schedulesAssisting in preparing internal audit workings & sox testingCoordinating across departments to resolve accounting issuesManaging the master data for accounting & reporting toolsReportingMonthly management report pack to management prior and post-closing the monthPreparation and full control of annual & semi-annual budget preparations.Other ad hoc reports as requested by management & headquartersGeneral Offer support and guidance to other Finance team membersLiaise with IT department to develop reports in Orion systemCarry out other duties as assigned by the ManagementWhat we askRelevant recognized formal qualifications (University and management accounting. E.g. CA, ACCA, CIMA etc)Grip on IFRS/US Gaap and Auditing standardsUp to date on VAT and CIT implementation and news/ updatesPractical “hands-on” exposure in a similar business environment (3 years minimum)Strong analytical skills – able to see the “big picture”Able to communicate clearly and effectively with individuals at all levels especially management.Fluency in written and spoken English is essentialPro efficient excel knowledgeFamiliarity with Orion ERP system (preferred but not essential)You will needFurther informationGood team playerExcellent communication skillsAble to work in multicultural environmentMethodical, disciplined individual with good attention to detail