Chartered Accountant - Contracting/Construction - Dubai

Brainstorm Headhunting Specialist; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary package

Medical insurance

Annual flight ticket

Long-term career growth

Job summary

Brainstorm Headhunting Specialist is seeking a qualified Chartered Accountant in Dubai for a leading construction company. The role involves managing financial operations, project accounting, and strict compliance with UAE VAT regulations.

The ideal candidate should possess at least 3 years of experience within the UAE construction sector and a Chartered Accountant qualification from ICAI. This position offers a competitive tax-free salary along with comprehensive benefits and a chance for long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of UAE experience in a construction company.
• Strong experience in construction project accounting.
• Deep understanding of construction finance and UAE VAT laws.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting and finance functions for the contracting business.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and overall profitability.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.

Skills

Project accounting

UAE VAT compliance

Financial management

Advanced Microsoft Excel

ERP accounting software

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) from ICAI

Job description

Chartered Accountant Jobs in Dubai (Contracting/Construction Industry)

Location: Dubai, UAE

Hiring Agency: Brainstorm Human Resources Consultants

Client Sector: Construction & Contracting/Real Estate Developer

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Experience Required: Minimum 5 Years (UAE Construction Sector)

The Role

We are recruiting a qualified Chartered Accountant in Dubai for one of our leading clients, an established Construction and Contracting Company.

In this role, you will manage the complete financial operations, project accounting, and statutory compliance for the business. You will focus on monitoring project costs, handling UAE VAT, and delivering financial reports directly to senior management.

Key Responsibilities - Construction Chartered Accountant Jobs in Dubai

Project Accounting & Cost Control | Project Accountant

• Monitor project costs, budgets, and overall profitability across all ongoing construction sites.

• Review project-wise revenue recognition, Work-in-Progress (WIP), and accurate cost allocations.

• Support tendering and project management teams with financial inputs and costing analysis.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Manage full-cycle accounting and finance functions for the contracting business.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, MIS reports, and executive dashboards.

• Oversee accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and accurate cash flow forecasting.

• Complete monthly bank, supplier, and specific project account reconciliations.

Compliance, Audit & Payroll

• Ensure strict compliance with UAE VAT regulations and handle timely statutory filings.

• Coordinate directly with external auditors, commercial banks, and local regulatory authorities.

• Oversee payroll accounting, internal financial controls, and corporate governance.

Requirements - Chartered Accountant Jobs in Dubai

• Qualifications: Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of UAE experience strictly within a contracting or construction company - Strong experience in Construction Project Accounting.

• Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of construction finance, project accounting, and UAE VAT laws.

• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and hands-on experience using modern ERP accounting software.

• Nationality: Open to Indian male or female candidates (matching client project demographic preferences).

• Availability: Ready to join within a standard or reasonable notice period.

Benefits

• Competitive, tax-free monthly salary package based on construction finance expertise.

• Full UAE labor law benefits (Employment visa, comprehensive medical insurance, and annual flight ticket).

• Long-term career growth with a major player in the Dubai construction sector.