Accountant (ACCA or CPA)

NAFFCO; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NAFFCO is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Accountant with hands-on experience in the construction industry and ERP systems such as Oracle. The role manages day-to-day accounting, supports project cost controls, and ensures compliance with company policies and local regulations.

ACCA or CPA qualification is required, with strong analytical and reporting skills. Responsibilities include general ledger, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, cost tracking on projects, and assisting audits.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACCA/CIMA/ACA or part-qualified with construction accounting experience.
• 3–6 years experience in project/construction accounting or commercial finance in construction.
• Strong knowledge of revenue recognition on construction contracts and cost-to-complete methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Record and monitor project-related costs, budgets, and variations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure accurate posting of transactions in Oracle ERP or similar system.
• Perform cost analysis and support project profitability reporting.
• Review subcontractor invoices, supplier payments, and employee expense claims.
• Assist in budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and local regulations.
• Support internal and external audits and provide required documentation.
• Coordinate with project teams, procurement and finance management.

Skills

ACCA/CIMA/ACA

3-6 years construction accounting

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA preferred

Tools

Oracle ERP

SAP

Sage

Job description

Job Summary: We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Accountant with proven experience in the construction industry and hands-on expertise using ERP systems such as Oracle. The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day accounting operations ensure accurate financial reporting support project cost controls and maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. The candidate must hold a professional accounting qualification (ACCA or CPA).

Key Responsibilities Project Accounting & Financial Control

• Maintain and manage general ledger accounts payable accounts receivable and bank reconciliations.
• Record and monitor project-related costs budgets and variations.
• Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Ensure accurate posting of transactions in Oracle ERP or similar system.
• Perform cost analysis and support project profitability reporting.
• Review subcontractor invoices supplier payments and employee expense claims.
• Assist in budget preparation forecasting and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards company policies and local regulations.
• Support internal and external audits and provide required documentation.
• Coordinate with project teams procurement and finance management.

Required Skills & Technical Knowledge

• Qualified accountant (ACCA CIMA ACA) or partqualified with demonstrable construction accounting experience.
• Typically 36 years experience in project or construction accounting commercial finance or similar roles within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of contract types revenue recognition on construction contracts retention accounting and cost to complete methodologies.
• Proficient with ERP/accounting systems (experience with Oracle SAP Sage or similar preferred) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills for analysis and reporting.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Accounting Finance or a related discipline is desirable.
• Professional accountancy qualification (or working towards one) is preferred.
• Proven track record of supporting commercial and financial delivery on construction projects with examples of delivering improved cost control or reporting efficiencies.
• Experience interacting with project teams subcontractors and clients on financial matters and evidencing effective stakeholder management.

The company is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.