Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
Role Purpose To ensure timely and accurate processing, reconciliation, and payment of supplier invoices and staff expenses in accordance with company policy, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. The Account…
Skills: Invoice Processing, Account Reconciliation, Vendor Management, Fixed Assets Accounting, VAT Compliance
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
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The Accountant is responsible for the accurate processing and reconciliation of supplier invoices and staff expenses within the cargo aviation sector. Key duties include managing vendor relationships, handling fixed assets and prepayments, and ensuring compliance with financial controls and tax regulations.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and possess at least 3 years of finance experience specifically within the aviation industry. Proficiency in ERP systems, IFRS, and VAT regulations is required.
To ensure timely and accurate processing, reconciliation, and payment of supplier invoices and staff expenses in accordance with company policy, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. The Accountant supports operational efficiency by maintaining strong relationships with vendors, ensuring compliance with financial controls, and contributing to effective cash flow management within the cargo aviation business.
Key Responsibilities
1. Invoice Processing and Reconciliation
Verify and process supplier invoices in line with company policies and contractual terms.
Where applicable, match purchase orders, goods receipt notes, and invoices (three-way match) to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Ensure invoices are correctly coded to general ledger accounts.
Reconcile supplier statements to ensure all liabilities are captured accurately.
2. Payments
Perform daily knock-offs against supplier liability accounts for payments made the previous day.
Support month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately.
3. Vendor Management
Maintain and update vendor master data in the ERP system.
Respond to supplier queries and resolve disputes promptly and professionally.
Support onboarding of new suppliers in accordance with procurement and finance policies.
4. Prepayments
Identify prepayments and ensure they are recorded correctly and accurately in the ERP system. Review the release to the P&L on a monthly basis.
5. Fixed Assets
Identify fixed assets and ensure they are recorded correctly and accurately in the ERP system. Review the depreciation charge to the P&L on a monthly basis.
6. Compliance and Controls
Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements (including IATA and local tax compliance where applicable).
Assist in audit preparation by providing documentation and reconciliations as required.
Comply with VAT and withholding tax regulations relevant to aviation transactions (fuel, ground handling, airport charges, etc.).
7. Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to streamline accounts payable processes, including automation and digitalisation of invoice workflows.
Collaborate with the finance team to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
Key Interfaces
Internal: Finance, Procurement, Operations, Treasury, and Commercial teams.
External: Vendors, Ground Handling Agents, Airport Authorities, Fuel Suppliers, Maintenance Providers, and Auditors.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum 3 years’ finance experience within the aviation industry.
Working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Navision, or similar).
Strong understanding of VAT and IFRS accounting principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
Skills & Attributes
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
Integrity and commitment to maintaining confidentiality and compliance.
Connecting the Global South
Headquartered at Dubai World Central (DWC), SolitAir is the UAE’s dedicated B2B, airport-to-airport, express, middle mile cargo airline, focused on enabling fast, reliable, and efficient movement of goods between key global trade hubs across the Global South. Designed to complement freight forwarders, integrators, airlines, SMEs, and e-commerce businesses, SolitAir offers a flexible and customer-centric approach to air cargo logistics, achieving a 98%+ on-time delivery rate across its network. What sets the company apart is its integrated platform providing four core service verticals—scheduled flights, charters, program services, and ACMI—allowing tailored solutions across both high-demand and underserved routes. With a rapidly expanding network, SolitAir connects Dubai to major markets across the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, STAN-countries, China and beyond. The airline is equipped to handle a wide range of cargo, including Dangerous Goods, Pharmaceuticals, Perishables (including meat, chicken, fish, and frozen goods), Valuable Goods, Vulnerable Goods, Oversized Freight, and e-commerce shipments. It operates a modern fleet of Boeing 737-800 freighters, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and consistent performance. Since its launch, SolitAir has demonstrated strong growth, achieving key operational milestones ahead of schedule and earning early industry recognition. Founded and led by Hamdi Osman, a seasoned aviation leader with over three decades of experience, the company is driven by a highly skilled team committed to delivering speed, flexibility, and excellence across every shipment. Interested in working with us? Let’s connect at 800-SOLITAIR (800-7654 8247) | +971 4 803 7666 or email us at [email protected]
Offices: Al Maktoum International Airport(DWC), Dubai, AE · Business Central Towers, Tower B, Al Sufouh 2, Office 2603, Dubai, AE · Al Maktoum International Airport(DWC), Dubai, AE
Connecting the Global South
Headquartered at Dubai World Central (DWC), SolitAir is the UAE’s dedicated B2B, airport-to-airport, express, middle mile cargo airline, focused on enabling fast, reliable, and efficient movement of goods between key global trade hubs across the Global South. Designed to complement freight forwarders, integrators, airlines, SMEs, and e-commerce businesses, SolitAir offers a flexible and customer-centric approach to air cargo logistics, achieving a 98%+ on-time delivery rate across its network. What sets the company apart is its integrated platform providing four core service verticals—scheduled flights, charters, program services, and ACMI—allowing tailored solutions across both high-demand and underserved routes. With a rapidly expanding network, SolitAir connects Dubai to major markets across the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, STAN-countries, China and beyond. The airline is equipped to handle a wide range of cargo, including Dangerous Goods, Pharmaceuticals, Perishables (including meat, chicken, fish, and frozen goods), Valuable Goods, Vulnerable Goods, Oversized Freight, and e-commerce shipments. It operates a modern fleet of Boeing 737-800 freighters, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and consistent performance. Since its launch, SolitAir has demonstrated strong growth, achieving key operational milestones ahead of schedule and earning early industry recognition. Founded and led by Hamdi Osman, a seasoned aviation leader with over three decades of experience, the company is driven by a highly skilled team committed to delivering speed, flexibility, and excellence across every shipment. Interested in working with us? Let’s connect at 800-SOLITAIR (800-7654 8247) | +971 4 803 7666 or email us at [email protected]
Offices: Al Maktoum International Airport(DWC), Dubai, AE · Business Central Towers, Tower B, Al Sufouh 2, Office 2603, Dubai, AE · Al Maktoum International Airport(DWC), Dubai, AE
