Senior Accountant & Finance Lead - UAE Construction

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employment visa

Medical insurance

Job summary

Confidential, based in Dubai, seeks an experienced Chief Accountant to lead the accounting function for a growing construction company. The role requires overseeing financial operations, ensuring UAE-compliant reporting, and managing VAT and Corporate Tax returns.

You will coordinate with auditors, banks, and authorities while guiding the accounting team to ensure accuracy and timely delivery. The ideal candidate has proven UAE accounting experience, English fluency, and strong Excel/ERP skills,

Qualifications

• Proven UAE accounting experience is required.
• Fluency in English is mandatory both written and spoken.
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulations, VAT and Corporate Tax.
• Experience in construction industry is highly preferred.
• Advanced MS Excel skills and accounting software proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all accounting and financial operations.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting per UAE regulations and standards.
• Prepare VAT and Corporate Tax returns.
• Monitor accounts payable/receivable and cash flow.
• Oversee payments with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients.
• Coordinate with auditors, banks, and authorities.
• Supervise and support the accounting team.

Skills

UAE accounting experience

Leadership

Analytical skills

Excel & ERP familiarity

Education

Bachelor in Accounting

Tools

Xpedeon ERP

Job description

Confidential, based in Dubai, seeks an experienced Chief Accountant to lead the accounting function for a growing construction company. The role requires overseeing financial operations, ensuring UAE-compliant reporting, and managing VAT and Corporate Tax returns.

You will coordinate with auditors, banks, and authorities while guiding the accounting team to ensure accuracy and timely delivery. The ideal candidate has proven UAE accounting experience, English fluency, and strong Excel/ERP skills,