Accountant (AR)
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About This Role
About Us
At Ecocoast, we build safer, cleaner, more sustainable coastlines and waterways.
With installations across 65+ countries, we are a global force in marine innovation: designing, developing and delivering solutions for environmental protection, safety and security.
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Accountant (AR) to manage the Accounts Receivable function.
Working within an agile finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial records, managing timely collections, and supporting the broader business functions.
Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
1. Accounts Receivable Management
- Follow up with clients and the Sales team to ensure timely collection of receivables.
- Reconcile customer accounts and send periodic Statements of Account (SOAs).
- Manage the end-to-end revenue recognition process in line with IFRS and company policies.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients to support smooth collection activities.
2. General Accounting & Month-End Closing
- Prepare, record, update, and file all financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
- Complete weekly and month-end closing tasks as per the assigned checklist.
- Maintain accurate reconciliations for AR, payroll, petty cash, and other general ledger accounts.
- Support preparation of weekly and monthly financial reports for management review.
3. Cross Department Coordination
- Work closely with Projects, Production, Sales, Operations, and other teams to ensure financial data is accurate and aligned.
- Communicate proactively to validate project-related costs, revenues, and supporting documents.
- Collaborate internally to resolve discrepancies and maintain seamless financial workflows.
4. Cash & Petty Cash Management
- Manage petty cash floats, ensuring proper documentation and accurate recording.
- Reconcile all cash transactions regularly and maintain compliance with company authorization procedures.
5. Audit, Compliance & Documentation
- Support annual audit preparations by providing schedules, explanations, and required documents.
- Assist in year-end closing and fulfil statutory reporting requirements.
- Ensure strict adherence to the company’s financial policies, authorization protocols, and accounting standards.
- Maintain organized filing of all financial documents
6. Financial Analysis & Process Improvement
- Analyze revenue aging and highlight risk areas regarding collections.
- Identify and propose enhancements to financial workflows to increase efficiency
Qualifications And Experience
- Degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Professional qualifications (CA, ACCA, CPA, etc.) are highly desirable.
- 3–5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable / General Accounting roles.
- Strong knowledge and application of IFRS.
- Experience with QuickBooks / Reckon is highly desirable; ability to learn new systems quickly is essential.
- Prior UAE experience preferred.
- Experience in Marine Contracting / Manufacturing is an advantage.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ability to build financial models is a plus.
Key Competencies
- A doer with discipline — thrives on deadlines, takes ownership, and delivers results.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Analytical thinker with a pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset.
- Strong multi-tasking and organizational abilities.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines.
- Team player with a collaborative attitude and willingness to support others.
- Demonstrated ability to challenge the status quo and contribute to continuous improvement.
Why Join Ecocoast
- Be part of a fast-growing, international company with a strong reputation in a specialist, high-impact industry
- Work on projects that help protect the environment and safeguard critical infrastructure
- Join a business that is evolving from product supply to integrated solutions and services
- Operate in a high-trust, high-autonomy environment where you can make a real impact
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