Senior Accountant (Construction Industry)

The Greater Change; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic finance organization in the UAE is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to manage financial reporting and compliance. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in accounting, a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and strong knowledge of UAE VAT and corporate tax. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for career development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years post-qualification accounting experience, ideally in the UAE or Gulf region.
• Demonstrable month-end/year-end close experience and general ledger accounting.
• Professional integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with UAE standards.
• Ensure all statutory compliance in UAE: VAT, corporate tax, local regulatory filings.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of UAE VAT

Excellent Excel skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA, ACCA, CPA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Senior Accountant to join our finance function. The role will be responsible for general ledger accounting, month‑end and year‑end close, statutory and regulatory compliance (in UAE), management reporting, and supporting the Finance Manager/Director in delivering accurate and timely financial information. This person will act as a key link between operational teams and finance, ensuring robust controls, accurate financials and proactive financial insight.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the general ledger, ensuring transactions are appropriately recorded and reconciled.
• Manage month‑end and year‑end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and internal review.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with UAE accounting standards (and IFRS where applicable).
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasts and variance analysis, providing explanatory commentary and recommendations.
• Ensure all statutory compliance in UAE: VAT, corporate tax (if applicable), local regulatory filings, and audit support.
• Liaise with auditors (internal/external) and provide necessary schedules, documentation and insights.
• Maintain robust internal controls; identify process improvement opportunities and implement enhancements to accounting workflows.
• Analyse cost/expense trends and support cost‑control initiatives; monitor fixed asset register, depreciation, capital expenditure tracking.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams (operations, sales, procurement, HR) to ensure full understanding of financial implications and timely information flow.
• Support ad‑hoc financial projects such as system implementations, process optimisations, change initiatives, or integration duties (if M&A/international operations).
• Mentor and supervise junior accounting staff (if applicable) and ensure knowledge sharing and adherence to best practice.
• Stay updated with UAE and international accounting regulations and advise the organisation on implications / required actions.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with UAE market.
• Opportunity to join a dynamic, regionally‑oriented organisation with growth potential.
• Exposure to regional finance operations and career development opportunities.
• A collaborative work environment with a high‑performing finance team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA, ACCA, CPA) preferred.
• Minimum of 5‑7 years post‑qualification accounting experience, ideally in the UAE or Gulf region, within a mid‑sized or multinational environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UAE VAT, corporate tax, and local regulations.
• Demonstrable month‑end/year‑end close experience, general ledger accounting, financial reporting.
• Excellent Excel skills and comfort with accounting/ERP systems (experience with SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc. is a plus).
• Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills; proactive, detail‑oriented and able to work under deadlines.
• Team‑player but able to work independently, exercise judgement and deliver high‑quality output.
• Professional integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Prior experience in our industry is a plus.