Accountant

About This Role

Overview:

KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration – through conceptualization – to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 57 years we’ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world’s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.

As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is ranked by ENR in the Top 225 International Design Firms; in the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms; and by World Architecture as 50th largest global architecture firm and #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2021 WAS 100 Survey.

We invite you to join us.

Our newest opportunity is for a talented Graduate Finance - UAE National to join our award-winning team based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Responsibilities:

We envisage success in this role to include:* Record and maintain accurate financial transactions in line with the company’s policy and accounting standards

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and adjustments
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations
• Handle the full accounts payable cycle and support the accounts receivables if necessary
• Support with creation and maintenance of project ID records on the ERP system
• Review invoices and ensure proper documentation and approvals
• Close all the assigned month-end and year-end closing activities in a timely manner
• Support preparation of financial reports and schedules
• Assist with entry level audit requirements and financial reporting support requirements.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and audit requirements
• Coordinate with internal teams (procurement, treasury, multiple divisions etc.) as needed

Qualifications:

To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 1–3 years of relevant experience, supported by a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. You will demonstrate a strong understanding of basic accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP), along with excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for success in this role.

Exposure to audits, financial reporting, and experience within multinational or project-based environments will be considered an advantage. Kindly note that this position is open to UAE Nationals only. KEO’s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety, and our people. We embrace diversity and recognize its contribution to client success wherever we work. We look forward to receiving your application and will treat all expressions of interest with strict confidentiality.