MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

NADIA GLOBAL; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil & gas firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Management Accountant to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting and a professional qualification. Responsibilities include preparing management accounts and ensuring compliance with reporting standards. This role offers a dynamic environment in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the oil & gas or energy industry.
• Strong knowledge of management accounting in a project-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and report on monthly management accounts.
• Develop and monitor budgets and forecasts for operational and capital expenditure.
• Perform cost analysis for oil & gas projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Cost control

Education

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

ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our finance team within the Oil & Gas sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and financial reporting to support strategic decision-making. This role requires a solid understanding of the oil & gas industry's cost structures, project accounting, and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and report on monthly management accounts, including variance analysis.
• Develop and monitor budgets and forecasts for operational and capital expenditure.
• Perform cost analysis and cost control for upstream / downstream projects, including drilling, exploration, production, and refining.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and project teams to ensure financial data integrity and accuracy.
• Analyze financial performance and provide insights to senior management for business planning and decision‑making.
• Support joint venture accounting and cost recovery processes.
• Assist with financial modeling for new projects, investments, and acquisitions.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, policies, and statutory reporting standards.
• Prepare reports for internal stakeholders, partners, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Coordinate external and internal audits and respond to audit queries in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent is mandatory.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the oil & gas or energy industry.
• Strong knowledge of management accounting, budgeting, and cost control in a project‑based environment.
• Proficient in financial software SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.