Senior Accountant

About This Role

Waagner Biro Bridge Services has been a leading construction and engineering company in Dubai and the UAE for over 50 years. Serving both government and private sector clients, the company delivers innovative, end-to-end solutions — from design and construction to maintenance.

Backed by a multidisciplinary team of civil, mechanical, structural, and electrical engineers, Waagner Biro Bridge Services is committed to quality, precision, and reliable infrastructure delivery across the region.

Job Description

1. Project & Job Cost Accounting

• Record and manage full-cycle accounting.

• Prepare and review Work-in-Progress (WIP) reports.

• Ensure accurate revenue recognition under IFRS 15.

• Track retention receivables and payables.

• Review subcontractor progress payments and certifications.

• Monitor budgets and track cost variances.

• Maintain proper documentation for transactions.

2. Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial statements.
• Conduct month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain general ledger and perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Provide project profitability and margin analysis reports to management.

3. Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Qatar tax regulations.
• Prepare and file Corporate Income Tax returns.
• Manage Withholding Tax (WHT) compliance for foreign vendors.
• Liaise with the General Tax Authority (GTA) when required.
• Maintain documentation for tax assessments and audits.

4. Billing & Receivables

• Track progress billing and client invoicing.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on collections.
• Reconcile customer accounts and manage retention balances.

5. Payables & Cash Flow

• Process supplier and subcontractor invoices.

• Verify LPOs, delivery notes, and payment certificates.

• Prepare and review payment vouchers and payment schedules.

• Make timely payments via bank transfers, cheques, or WPS.

• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.

• Assist in cash flow planning.

• Monitor bank balances, facilities and guarantees.

6. Internal Controls & Audit

• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.
• Support external and internal audit processes.
• Improve accounting procedures and ERP system utilization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional qualification (ACCA / CPA / CMA) preferred.
• 5–10 years of accounting experience, with minimum 3–5 years in construction sector.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and construction contract accounting.
• Hands-on experience with TAX in Qatar.
• Experience in ERP systems
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, financial models).
• Experience handling bank guarantees and performance bonds is an advantage.

Additional Information

• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills
• Cost control and margin analysis expertise
• Regulatory compliance awareness
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills