Accountant

Arada; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A real estate company is seeking an experienced Accountant to ensure accurate financial records and assist in budgeting processes. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of relevant experience, particularly in accounting within real estate or community management, and a strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software like Microsoft Dynamics 365 is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably within real estate, construction or community management.
• Solid knowledge of bookkeeping principles and accounting standards.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger entries.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and forecasts for Owners’ Associations.
• Prepare and post month-end journals and accruals.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

ERP Accounting Software: D365 FnO

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce

Master’s degree preferred

CA/ICWA Intermediate or ACCA

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Oracle

SAP

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The Accountant role focuses primarily on bookkeeping, budget preparation, and daily accounting operations. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate financial records, support monthly closing processes, and assist in preparing financial reports and community budgets.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Bookkeeping & Daily Accounting Tasks:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger entries.
• Record day-to-day financial transactions including AP/AR, receipts, payments, and journal entries.
• Reconcile bank statements and other financial statements regularly.
• Monitor cash flow and support petty cash handling and reconciliation.

Budget Preparation & Community Financial Support:

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and forecasts for Owners’ Associations and communities.
• Support the review and update of service charge budgets.
• Track budget variances and assist with analysis and reporting.

Month-End and Year-End Support:

• Prepare and post month-end journals and accruals.
• Assist in the monthly/quarterly/annual closing process.
• Support external auditors with required documentation and schedules.

General Support:

• Maintain organized and systematic filing of accounting records.
• Liaise with internal teams, auditors, and community management teams for financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and local financial regulations.

QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• CA/ICWA Intermediate or ACCA

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably within real estate, construction or community management.
• Solid knowledge of bookkeeping principles and accounting standards.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) is a strong advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

SKILLS

• Proficiency in Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP Accounting Software: D365 FnO, Oracle, SAP etc.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.

PREFERRED INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE:

• Real Estate / Community Management / Construction.