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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 Lease Accounting Services Specialist at Azadea's Business Services is responsible for delivering comprehensive professional lease accounting services and actively managing the activities of the lease unit to ensure an effective and efficient end-to-end service for the entire group.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure the availability and accuracy of information by maintaining accurate and up-to-date lease data, lease updates, lease status, right-of-use calculations, variable rent, etc. Collaborate closely with both internal and external auditors during financial and operational audits, ensuring accurate and timely information is provided. Generate reports from statistical and functional metrics related to leasing according to specified schedules, ensuring that all required information is available for review in a timely manner. User guarantees adherence to the designated cut-off dates, closure of general ledger accounts, and application of adjustments to the lease in accordance with the established period-end calendar. Ensure the preparation of IFRS 16, IAS 17, and cash basis calculations for management reporting, updating the information on the reporting system. Verify and document the accuracy of lease financial data by identifying, investigating, and rectifying routine errors and anomalies in input data. Maintain a clean and reconciled suspense lease account to ensure the company stays informed about its ongoing financial position, facilitating 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. *

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 Lease Accounting Services Specialist at Azadea's Business Services is responsible for delivering comprehensive professional lease accounting services and actively managing the activities of the lease unit to ensure an effective and efficient end-to-end service for the entire group.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure the availability and accuracy of information by maintaining accurate and up-to-date lease data, lease updates, lease status, right-of-use calculations, variable rent, etc. Collaborate closely with both internal and external auditors during financial and operational audits, ensuring accurate and timely information is provided. Generate reports from statistical and functional metrics related to leasing according to specified schedules, ensuring that all required information is available for review in a timely manner. User guarantees adherence to the designated cut-off dates, closure of general ledger accounts, and application of adjustments to the lease in accordance with the established period-end calendar. Ensure the preparation of IFRS 16, IAS 17, and cash basis calculations for management reporting, updating the information on the reporting system. Verify and document the accuracy of lease financial data by identifying, investigating, and rectifying routine errors and anomalies in input data. Maintain a clean and reconciled suspense lease account to ensure the company stays informed about its ongoing financial position, facilitating 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

Customer Focus

Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. For example, probes deeply into customer needs to identify less obvious interests or expectations. Consistently goes above and beyond to understand customer requirements and surpass their expectations.

Financial Acumen

Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. For example, determines and estimates the main direct and indirect costs; makes generally appropriate decisions regarding expenditures. Studies financial and quantitative information; uses data to improve performance.

Optimizes Work Processes

Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. For example, pursues, explores, and develops ways to ensure own work is as effective as possible within all relevant processes. Shares an analysis of process problems with stakeholders; discusses how to resolve the issue.

Collaborates

Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, finds many ways to add value to the team; probes to draw out richer input from others; is a valued resource who goes out of the way to help others.

Situational Adaptability

Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. For example, finds out which situations call for flexibility and responds accordingly; seeks and listens to others' input and feedback on how to adapt approach to changing situations.

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.

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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

Customer Focus

Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. For example, probes deeply into customer needs to identify less obvious interests or expectations. Consistently goes above and beyond to understand customer requirements and surpass their expectations.

Financial Acumen

Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. For example, determines and estimates the main direct and indirect costs; makes generally appropriate decisions regarding expenditures. Studies financial and quantitative information; uses data to improve performance.

Optimizes Work Processes

Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. For example, pursues, explores, and develops ways to ensure own work is as effective as possible within all relevant processes. Shares an analysis of process problems with stakeholders; discusses how to resolve the issue.

Collaborates

Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, finds many ways to add value to the team; probes to draw out richer input from others; is a valued resource who goes out of the way to help others.

Situational Adaptability

Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. For example, finds out which situations call for flexibility and responds accordingly; seeks and listens to others' input and feedback on how to adapt approach to changing situations.

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.