System Analyst (Project-based)

Nabors; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nabors is hiring for an accountant to lead the D365 Finance implementation, ensure compliant financial configurations, and support migration from legacy systems. Collaboration with Finance, IT, and partners is essential to meet accounting standards and business needs.

The role demands strong ERP experience, attention to internal controls, and ability to work across modules such as GL, AP, AR, and project accounting. Based in Dubai, on-site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new applications and tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in workshops to gather and document business requirements.
• Support design and configuration of D365 Finance modules (GL, AP, AR, FA, Cash & Bank Management).
• Ensure accounting and internal controls are reflected in system design.
• Define COA structure, financial dimensions, posting profiles, tax configs.
• Validate system setup against accounting policies and business needs.
• Validate master data: customers, vendors, fixed assets, GL balances.
• Support opening balance reconciliation and migration testing.
• Develop and execute UAT scripts.
• Validate end-to-end financial transactions and reports.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Self-starter

Analytical skills

Multitasking & organization

Learning new applications and tools

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Dynamics 365 Finance

Oracle ERP

Excel

Power BI

Power Platform

Job description

Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.

Job Description

JOB Summary

The accountant will play a key role in the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance by providing accounting expertise, supporting process mapping, validating financial configurations, performing testing activities, and ensuring a successful transition from legacy systems to D365. The role requires close collaboration with Finance, IT, business stakeholders, and implementation partners to ensure compliance with accounting standards and business requirements.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1001642
• Posting Date 08/10/2026, 03:57 AM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations JAFZA South Zone 2; Plot No. S20702, Dubai, AE

Responsibilities

DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIESAND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Participate in workshops to gather and document business requirements.
• Support the design and configuration of D365 Finance modules, including GL, AP, AR, FA, Cash& Bank Management, Cost accounting, Project accounting
• Ensure accounting and internal control requirements are incorporated into system design.
• Work with functional consultants to define Chart of accounts structure, financial dimensions, Posting profiles, Tax configurations, financial reporting requirements
• Validate system setup against accounting policies and business needs.
• Validate master data including Customers, Vendors, Fixed assets, General ledger balances
• Support opening balance reconciliation and migration testing.
• Develop and execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) scripts.
• Validate end‑to‑end financial transactions and system reports.
• Identify, document, and track issues through resolution.
• Ensure system outputs are accurate and compliant with company policies.
• Provide training and support to finance end‑users.
• Develop process documentation and user guides.
• Act as a Finance Super User during implementation and post‑go‑live support.
• Support cutover and go‑live activities.
• Assist in issue resolution and process stabilization.
• Recommend enhancements and process improvements.
• The employee is responsible for performing duties in accordance with the company’s policies, procedures, and quality objectives
• The employee has the necessary authority to make decisions within their scope of work and escape issues as needed and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure operational effectiveness.
• The employee is accountable for the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of their work, as well as for reporting any nonconformities or risks that may impact quality, legal compliances, safety, environment, or customer satisfaction.
• Support and participate on achieving organizational QHSE objectives.
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

MInimum Qualifications / SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong multi‑tasking and organizational skills
• Ability to quickly learn new applications and tools
• Above average written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, CA, or equivalent preferred.
• 3-7 years of accounting experience.
• Experience with ERP systems (Dynamics 365, Oracle, or similar).
• Prior participation in ERP implementation projects is highly desirable.

TECHNICAL COMPENTENCIES

• Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles.
• Understanding of D365 Finance modules and processes.
• Experience with data reconciliation and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of VAT, taxation, and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with Power BI and Power Platform is an advantage.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct .