Sr. Accountant

• Ensure accurate maintenance of the general ledger in accordance with IFRS and company accounting policies. Ø Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Ø Execute month-end and year-end closing activities within prescribed timelines. Ø Ensure proper accounting treatment of accruals, prepayments, provisions, and adjustments. Ø Monitor project costs against approved budgets and cost breakdown structures. Ø Ensure accurate recording of Direct and indirect project costs, Site expenses, Material usage and subcontractor costs. Ø Prepare and maintain Work-in-Progress (WIP) reports. Ø Monitor project profitability and identify cost variances and potential financial risks. Ø Support revenue recognition in accordance with project progress and contractual terms. Ø Assist in preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts. Ø Monitor project cash flows including Customer invoicing, Advance payments, Retentions and Collections. Ø Support cash flow planning and working capital management. Ø Ensure compliance with applicable VAT laws and regulations. Ø Review VAT computations, returns, and supporting documentation. Ø Ensure adherence to internal control procedures and financial policies. Ø Support internal and external audit activities and address audit observations. Ø Review and monitor accounts payable and subcontractor payments. Ø Ensure proper reconciliation of Bank accounts, Supplier and subcontractor accounts and Customer accounts. Ø Monitor collections and coordinate with relevant departments to resolve billing issues. Ø Liaise with project managers to review project financial performance. Ø Coordinate with procurement and site teams on cost-related matters. Ø Provide financial information and explanations to management as required. Ø Liaise with auditors, banks, consultants, and regulatory authorities when necessary. Ø Guide and supervise junior accounting staff and Review work outputs to ensure accuracy and compliance. Ø Review and validate accounting entries, journals, and reconciliations. Ø Approve routine accounting adjustments within delegated authority limits. Ø Recommend corrective actions related to cost overruns and accounting discrepancies. Ø Access financial systems, accounting records, and project financial data. Ø Communicate directly with Project managers, External auditors, Banks and financial institutions. Ø Escalate financial risks, control breaches, or compliance issues to the Finance Manager. Ø Compliance with accounting standards and company policies. Ø Timely completion of assigned financial and reporting responsibilities.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or commerce. Ø Professional Certifications ACCA, CPA, CMA or VAT / Taxation certification are Preferred. Ø 5–8 years of accounting experience. Ø Strong knowledge in IFRS, Accrual accounting principles and Month-end and year-end closing. Ø Proficiency in accounting ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally, Sage, QuickBooks, or similar) Ø Advanced understanding of Project-based accounting, Cost allocation, cost control, WIP accounting, Variations, claims, retention and back charges. Ø Professional in Journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, month-end and year-end closing procedures. Ø Familiarity with Project Lifecycle from design to handover, Site expenses and material consumption tracking. Ø Experience of UAE VAT laws and compliance (VAT filing, audits, reversals). Ø Compliance Knowledge of External and internal audit requirements. Ø Professional in Financial reporting, analysis, Project financial performance monitoring, Budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow analysis, Cost variance and margin analysis. Ø Ability to Identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions. Ø Proficiency in accounting ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally, Sage, QuickBooks, or similar). Ø Ability to Explain financial data with stakeholders and Coordinate with project managers and procurement. Ø Professional interaction with Auditors, Banks, Tax authorities, Vendors and subcontractors. Ø Ability to supervise mentor junior accountants, Task delegation, review, ensuring deadlines are met accurately. Ø Professional in preparing financial statements and Consistent on-time delivery of financial reports.