Senior Accountant

Overview

Financial Reporting & General Ledger

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Manage the full general ledger, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes within strict deadlines.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of all financial data.

Project Accounting & Cost Control (Core Focus)

• Monitor project costing, budgeting, and job profitability across multiple projects.
• Track revenue recognition using percentage-of-completion methods.
• Analyze cost variances and provide actionable financial insights to management.
• Review subcontractor costs, purchase orders (LPOs), and material usage against budgets.
• Support tendering processes with historical cost data and financial analysis.

Receivables, Payables & Cash Flow Management

• Oversee invoicing, progress billing, and certification processes.
• Monitor receivables and ensure timely client payment follow-ups.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor payment processing.
• Support cash flow forecasting and treasury management activities.

Compliance & VAT (UAE Focus)

• Ensure full compliance with UAE VAT regulations, including filing and documentation.
• Maintain audit-ready financial records and VAT supporting documentation.
• Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and company policies.

Reconciliations & Asset Management

• Perform bank, supplier, customer, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset register, including depreciation and asset tracking.

Audit & Internal Controls

• Coordinate with external auditors and support audit processes.
• Strengthen internal control systems and identify financial risks.

Payroll & Reporting

• Review payroll accounting in coordination with the HR department.
• Prepare MIS reports and management dashboards.
• Provide financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Leadership & Coordination

• Liaise with banks, vendors, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
• Supervise and support junior finance team members.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience, preferably in UAE construction or landscaping companies.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting and cost control principles.
• Good understanding of IFRS and UAE VAT regulations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Experience in audits and financial compliance processes.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or CMA is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale landscaping or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with BOQ, subcontracting, and procurement cycles.
• UAE driving license (mandatory).