Project Accountant

Confidential Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Senior Project Accountant to oversee project budgets and allocate costs to the correct accounts, maintaining financial integrity through the entire project lifecycle.

You will prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, offering insights into project performance and forecasting potential risks, collaborate with project managers to ensure compliance with financial guidelines, and conduct regular audits of expenses to identify

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience; UAE construction experience preferred.
• Knowledge of project accounting, cost monitoring, supplier accounts, subcontractor payments, and reconciliations.
• Familiarity with UAE VAT requirements and supporting documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project budgets and allocate costs to the correct accounts, maintaining financial integrity throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, providing insights into project performance and forecasting potential financial risks.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure compliance with financial guidelines and provide timely budget updates.
• Conduct regular audits of project expenses to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost control

Financial analysis

Audit readiness

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree (preferred)

CPA or CMA (preferred)

Job description

Oversee project budgets and ensure accurate allocation of costs to respective project accounts maintaining financial integrity throughout the project lifecycle Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports offering insights into project performance and forecasting potential financial risks Collaborate closely with project managers to ensure compliance with financial guidelines and provide timely updates on budget variances Conduct regular audits of project expenses to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions as needed

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a Master's degree would be a plus. Professional certification such as CPA or CMA is highly preferred and demonstrates commitment to the accounting profession. Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a UAE construction or contracting company. Good knowledge of project accounting, cost monitoring, supplier accounts, subcontractor payments, and reconciliations. Familiarity with UAE VAT requirements and supporting documentation.