Senior Accountant

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage project accounting, including budgets, contractor payments, advances, retention and variation orders.
• Maintain CWIP, project-wise cost records and Fixed Asset Register, including asset capitalization.
• Monitor project expenses, budgets and cost variations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, P&L, balance sheets, cash-flow reports and MIS.
• Handle month-end closing, general ledger, AP/AR and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare cash-flow forecasts and monitor project funding requirements.
• Coordinate with banks regarding payments, loans, guarantees and financial documentation.
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax requirements.
• Prepare VAT and Corporate Tax workings and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants and internal departments.
• Support annual budgeting, financial forecasting and variance analysis.
• Maintain proper accounting records, internal controls and audit documentation.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CMA or equivalent).
• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience, with mandatory experience in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting, construction costing, CWIP and fixed assets.
• Practical experience in UAE VAT and Corporate Tax.
• Good understanding of financial reporting, cash-flow management and reconciliations.
• Knowledge of related-party transactions and Transfer Pricing requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.

Note: Construction industry experience is mandatory.

Pay: From AED5,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person