General Accountant

Client of Ladwig Consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the real estate sector is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage financial operations and ensure compliance with UAE regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with professional certification and relevant industry experience. Responsibilities include managing the accounting system, preparing financial statements, and supporting budgeting activities. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in accounting software are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance.
• Industry experience in real estate development, construction, or property management is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of UAE VAT laws and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations including general ledger and payroll.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure timely VAT filing and compliance with tax regulations.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

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

Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CMA)

Tools

QuickBooks

Tally

Zoho Books

ERP platforms (Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Managing the company’s accounting system and financial records in compliance with UAE regulations and international standards (IFRS).

Manage all daily accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll entries.

Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.

Monitor cash flow, forecast financial trends, and support budgeting and financial planning activities.

Ensure timely and accurate VAT filing and compliance with all tax regulations in the UAE.

Collaborate with external auditors and coordinate the audit process.

Reconcile financial discrepancies and investigate variances as needed.

Maintain and improve internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial information.

Support the management with financial analysis, cost tracking, and performance metrics reporting.

Assist in the preparation of feasibility studies, project budgets, and cost estimations related to real estate developments.

Liaise with banks, suppliers, and government authorities when necessary.

Keep up to date with financial policies, regulations, and trends relevant to the real estate industry.

Requirements

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

Professional certification is strongly preferred (CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent).

3-4 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance.

Industry experience in real estate development, construction, or property management is highly desirable.

Strong understanding of UAE VAT laws, corporate tax, and financial reporting standards (IFRS).

Proficiency in accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Tally, Zoho Books, or ERP platforms like Oracle, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling).

Experience in managing accounting functions

Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.

High level of integrity and professional ethics.

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

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