Accounting Specialist

About the role

Dahua Turkey, part of a global leader in video surveillance and security solutions, is looking for an Accounting Specialist to join its team at the headquarters on the Asian side of Istanbul. The role covers day-to-day general ledger work, accounts receivable and payable, inventory monitoring and support of month-end and year-end closing.

Key responsibilities

• Record daily general ledger transactions (purchases, sales, expenses, bank and cash) accurately according to the Uniform Chart of Accounts.
• Prepare and check sales and purchase invoices and delivery notes, and enter them into the system.
• Monitor accounts receivable and payable, perform reconciliations and prepare related reports.
• Monitor inventory, cost and stock records so that warehouse movements are reflected correctly in the system.
• Record cheque, promissory note, bank and cash transactions and monitor daily cash movements.
• Support monthly trial balances, inventory reports and other accounting reports.
• Record bank transactions and match them with customer and vendor accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Maintain accounting records in line with local legislation and support internal and external audits when needed.
• Contribute to regular financial reports requested by management.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in general accounting, including practical experience in general ledger and inventory accounting.
• Sound knowledge of the Uniform Chart of Accounts, tax legislation and basic accounting processes.
• Hands-on experience recording purchase, sales, bank, accounts receivable/payable, import and export transactions.
• Knowledge of the Mikro ERP system.
• Residing on the Asian side of Istanbul; knowledge of English is an advantage.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office, especially MS Excel.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and reporting skills.
• Planning, follow-up and communication skills, working well in a team.