Accountant

Frankly; Dubai; Sur place; AED 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Frankly in Dubai is seeking an experienced Accountant to join the team in Dubai, focusing on construction/fit-out industry accounting and reporting. You will work with Xero, manage payroll processes, and ensure UAE tax compliance.

The role entails supervising daily financial operations, producing management accounts, and supporting budget, cash flow, and project cost reporting. UAE experience is preferred, with strong Excel and analytical skills essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting and financial reporting within construction/fit-out industries.
• Hands-on Xero experience and strong UAE tax knowledge.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting.
• Ability to supervise day-to-day financial operations.

Responsabilités

• Supervise and manage day‑to‑day financial operations.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly Management Accounts / MIS reports.
• Prepare annual financial statements and management reports.
• Manage monthly reconciliations for banks, customers, suppliers, intercompany and control accounts.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, variance analysis and cash flow reports.
• Monitor project costs, billings, variations and project cash flows.
• Prepare actual vs. budget analysis and monthly project cost forecasts.
• Support project P&L and Balance Sheet reporting.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, cash and petty cash.
• Monitor payroll, WPS, salary payments and employee‑related financial records.
• Monitor stock movements, stock reconciliation and landed cost of imported materials.
• Ensure timely VAT return preparation, filing and FTA compliance.
• Support Corporate Tax compliance, calculations, filings and related FTA requirements.
• Maintain proper accounting records and documentation in line with UAE regulations.
• Support annual budgeting, overhead and cost control processes.
• Participate in projects from tender/bid stage through completion and final accounts.
• Prepare financial information required by management, banks and financial institutions.
• Assist with financial audits, FTA requirements and other statutory/compliance matters.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis required by management.

Connaissances

Xero

Project accounting

Cost control

Financial reporting

Excel

Attention to detail

Deadline oriented

UAE VAT knowledge

Payroll (WPS) experience

Regulatory compliance

Formation

Degree/Diploma in Accounting

Description du poste

WE’RE HIRING | ACCOUNTANT – CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting and financial reporting experience within the construction / fit-out industry, with hands‑on experience using Xero and good knowledge of UAE tax and payroll requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage day‑to‑day financial operations
• Prepare monthly and quarterly Management Accounts / MIS reports
• Prepare annual financial statements and management reports
• Manage monthly reconciliations for banks, customers, suppliers, intercompany and control accounts
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, variance analysis and cash flow reports
• Monitor project costs, billings, variations and project cash flows
• Prepare actual vs. budget analysis and monthly project cost forecasts
• Support project P&L and Balance Sheet reporting
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, cash and petty cash
• Manage and monitor payroll, WPS, salary payments and employee‑related financial records
• Monitor stock movements, stock reconciliation and landed cost of imported materials
• Ensure timely VAT return preparation, filing and FTA compliance
• Support Corporate Tax compliance, calculations, filings and related FTA requirements
• Maintain proper accounting records and documentation in line with UAE regulations
• Support annual budgeting, overhead and cost control processes
• Participate in projects from tender/bid stage through completion and final accounts
• Prepare financial information required by management, banks and financial institutions
• Assist with financial audits, FTA requirements and other statutory/compliance matters
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis required by management

Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Construction / Contracting / Fit-Out industry experience is essential
• Strong knowledge of project accounting and cost control
• Hands‑on Xero experience is required
• Good knowledge of UAE VAT, Corporate Tax and FTA compliance
• Experience handling payroll and WPS
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
• Strong understanding of project P&L, cash flow and cost monitoring
• Excellent Excel and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• UAE experience is preferred