Senior Accountant

Zolo Real Estate; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Zolo Real Estate in Dubai seeks a Senior Accountant with strong real estate and construction experience. You will oversee financial operations, ensure IFRS compliance, and deliver accurate reporting to support strategy.

The role requires 5–7 years in construction accounting, proficiency in Zoho Books or Oracle, and a track record in cost control and revenue recognition. You will mentor junior staff and coordinate audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CMA, ACCA or equivalent certification preferred).
• 5–7 years of experience in accounting within the construction industry, with exposure to real estate projects.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting, cost control, and revenue recognition principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software ( Zoho books or Oracle).
• Advanced MS Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in VAT filing and compliance in the UAE (or applicable region).

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, local tax laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project costing, revenue recognition, and expense allocations for construction and real estate projects.
• Coordinate and support external audits and liaise with auditors.
• Develop and implement internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis to assist management in strategic planning.
• Oversee cash flow management and ensure efficient fund allocation across projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and other departments to ensure accurate financial tracking of construction activities.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff.

Skills

Project accounting

Cost control

Revenue recognition

MS Excel

Leadership

Communication

VAT compliance

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA CMA ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Zoho books

Oracle

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant with a strong background in real estate and proven experience in the construction industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing accurate financial reporting to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, local tax laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project costing, revenue recognition, and expense allocations for construction and real estate projects.
• Coordinate and support external audits and liaise with auditors.
• Develop and implement internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis to assist management in strategic planning.
• Oversee cash flow management and ensure efficient fund allocation across projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and other departments to ensure accurate financial tracking of construction activities.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff.

Qualification & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CMA, ACCA or equivalent certification preferred).
• 5–7 years of experience in accounting within the construction industry, with exposure to real estate projects.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting, cost control, and revenue recognition principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software ( Zoho books or Oracle).
• Advanced MS Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in VAT filing and compliance in the UAE (or applicable region).