Contract Accounting Specialist - Emirati (Project-Based)

AL TARIQ; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

TRUST is seeking a Specialist – Accounting to provide accounting support for contract operations within the UAE. The role ensures accurate financial transactions, compliance, and coordination with suppliers, logistics, and customers on a project basis.

You will handle the full accounting cycle for projects and contracts, including documentation, reporting, reconciliation, and financial analysis in line with procedures and audit requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5 years accounting experience, ideally in finance, contracts, defense, or logistics.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and MS Office.
• Strong analytical and financial reconciliation skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Effective communication and coordination across functions.
• Strong time management and accountability in task execution.
• Integrity and confidentiality in handling financial data.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Record, verify, and reconcile supplier invoices, GRNs, and service entries in SAP.
• Support the preparation and posting of journal entries, accruals, and adjustments as part of month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports, summaries, and reconciliations for management review and client submission.
• Monitor cost allocations, advances, and payment schedules to ensure timely disbursement and accurate reporting.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, customs, and other regulatory financial requirements related to shipments and services.
• Follow up on the issuance of Duty Exemption and Customs Clearance Certificates for international shipments to prevent additional storage or demurrage costs.
• Prepare and process contract-related certificates (e.g., Goods Receipt Vouchers, Receiving Certificates, Acceptance Certificates) and ensure timely acknowledgment by relevant parties.
• Ensure all terms and conditions of the contract are met in compliance with company accounting policies.
• Support daily accounting operations related to projects and service contracts, including processing invoices, tracking deliveries, and verifying financial documentation.
• Coordinate and follow up on the delivery of spare parts and related services as per contract specifications and timelines.
• Track the progress of shipments and service schedules, ensuring timely delivery and proper cost allocation.
• Communicate with suppliers, logistics providers, and end users to resolve delivery or billing discrepancies.
• Prepare and maintain contract-related documentation, including delivery notes, invoices, service reports, and correspondence.
• Serve as the main point of contact for accounting and contract-related financial inquiries.
• Utilize SAP and supply chain modules to manage financial transactions and documentation effectively.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial and contract records with proper backup and secure data storage.
• Support internal and external audit requirements by providing documentation and reconciliation details as requested.

Skills

SAP

MS Office

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

TRUST is seeking a Specialist – Accounting to provide accounting support for contract operations within the UAE. The role ensures accurate financial transactions, compliance, and coordination with suppliers, logistics, and customers on a project basis.

You will handle the full accounting cycle for projects and contracts, including documentation, reporting, reconciliation, and financial analysis in line with procedures and audit requirements.