Construction Accountant

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking an experienced General Accountant in the UAE to take full responsibility for accounting and financial operations across construction projects, including villas and buildings. The role requires hands-on experience in construction accounting, independent management of the full accounting cycle, and strong collaboration with site teams.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years UAE accounting experience, Arabic speaker, and solid knowledge of VAT, payroll, and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Arabic speaker is mandatory.
• 3+ years UAE accounting experience.
• Strong UAE construction accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience with project costing, budgets, retention, advances & profitability.
• Strong knowledge of AP, AR, GL, payroll, cash flow & financial reporting.
• Good knowledge of UAE VAT; experience with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, banks & auditors.
• Strong Excel and Odoo skills.
• Able to independently manage the full accounting function.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting cycle and maintain accurate books and financial records.
• Handle general ledger, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and closing activities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Maintain proper accounting documentation and financial controls.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and profitability across multiple construction projects.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and banks for payments and documentation.
• Manage payroll processing, VAT compliance, and regulatory reporting.
• Provide timely financial information to management for decision making.

Skills

Arabic speaker

Construction accounting

Project costing

Budgeting

Retention & advances

AP/AR/GL

Payroll

Cash flow

Financial reporting

VAT

Excel

Odoo

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Odoo

ERP systems

Job description

Requirements

Please apply only if you meet at least 70%:

• Arabic speaker – mandatory
• 3+ years UAE accounting experience
• Strong UAE construction accounting experience – mandatory
• ​Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience with project costing, budgets, retention, advances & profitability
• Strong knowledge of AP, AR, GL, payroll, cash flow & financial reporting
• Good knowledge of UAE VATExperience with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, banks & auditors
• Strong Excel and Odoo skills
• Able to independently manage the full accounting function

Location and Employment

Location: Ras Al Khaimah, UAE Employment Type: Full-time Department: Finance & Accounts Reports To: Management

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced General Accountant to take full responsibility for the company's accounting and financial operations. The ideal candidate must have strong hands‑on experience in the construction industry, with a solid understanding of accounting for multiple construction projects, including villas, residential buildings, apartments, and other developments. As the sole accountant, you will be responsible for managing the company's complete accounting cycle independently, including project accounting, contractors and subcontractors, suppliers, banks, payroll, VAT, cash flow, financial reporting, and day‑to‑day financial controls. This is a hands‑on position that requires someone who can work independently, take ownership of the accounts, and provide management with accurate and timely financial information.

Key Responsibilities

• Full Accounting Operations Manage the complete accounting cycle and maintain accurate books and financial records Handle general ledger, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and closing activities Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports Maintain proper accounting documentation and financial controls Monitor company expenses and ensure proper approvals and supporting documents
• Construction & Project Accounting Manage accounting for multiple construction projects simultaneously Track project costs, expenses, budgets, commitments, and profitability Monitor material, labor, equipment, and other project‑related costs Prepare project cost reports and compare actual costs against budgets Monitor project cash flow and financial performance Review and record contractor and subcontractor transactions Verify subcontractor invoices, payment certificates, retention amounts, advances, and deductions Coordinate with the project and site teams regarding project costs and financial matters Support management in identifying cost overruns and financial risks
• Contractors, Subcontractors & Suppliers Manage accounts payable and supplier accounts Review invoices, purchase orders, delivery documents, and supporting documentation Maintain accurate contractor and subcontractor statements Reconcile supplier and subcontractor accounts Prepare payment schedules and monitor outstanding obligations Coordinate with procurement, project managers, and site teams regarding payments and documentation
• Banking & Cash Management Manage company bank accounts and daily banking transactions Prepare monthly bank reconciliations Monitor cash flow and cash requirements Prepare payment instructions and coordinate bank payments Monitor outstanding cheques, transfers, and other banking transactions Assist management with cash flow forecasting and financial planning
• Payroll & Employee Accounting Prepare monthly payroll and WPS processing Maintain salary records, advances, deductions, leave payments, and other employee‑related transactions Coordinate with HR regarding employee financial matters Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time
• VAT & Compliance Prepare and maintain VAT records and supporting documentation Assist with VAT return preparation and submission Ensure transactions are properly recorded in accordance with UAE tax requirements Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and other financial professionals when required Maintain proper documentation for audits and regulatory requirements
• Financial Reporting & Management Support Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports Provide management with accurate information regarding revenue, expenses, cash flow, project costs, and profitability Prepare project‑wise financial analysis and reports Assist management with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control Highlight financial discrepancies, risks, and unusual transactions Provide financial information required for business and project decisions

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is not just a bookkeeper or an accountant focused on daily transactions.

The ideal candidate should be able to take ownership of the company's entire finance and accounting function, understand how construction projects operate financially, control project costs, manage contractors and subcontractors, handle banking and payroll, prepare management reports, and give management a clear picture of the company's financial position and each project's performance.

Construction experience and the ability to independently manage the full accounting function are the two most important requirements.