Finance & Accounting Specialist

Dredging, Environmental and Marine Engineering NV; al-Wusta; On-site; OMR 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mobility program

Permanent training track

Growth opportunities

Health program & wellbeing

Job summary

DEME is seeking a Finance & Accounting Specialist to manage a broad remit from payables to close, in an international setting. You will interact with vendors, banks, tax experts, and auditors across the DEME network and contribute to accurate reporting and compliance.

You will work on-site in a multinational environment, leveraging ERP systems and strong English communication to drive financial integrity and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or related field.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Experience working in an international environment with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent English communication, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and maintain accurate records.
• Manage vendor and intercompany communications for financial queries.
• Monitor vendor balances and perform reconciliations.
• Execute weekly payment runs and prepare payment files.
• Record bank transactions and support working capital reporting.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Review balance sheet accounts and general ledger transactions.
• Prepare tax filings support (VAT, withholding tax, CIT).
• Collaborate with tax specialists, banks, and international colleagues.
• Provide documentation to auditors and internal teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

English fluency

Ownership mindset

Interpersonal communication

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

As a Finance & Accounting Specialist, you will take on a broad and diverse role within an international environment. You will be involved in everything from accounts payable and cash management to month-end closing, tax compliance, reporting, and audit support. You will work closely with colleagues, vendors, banks, tax experts, auditors, and international entities across the DEME Group. We are looking for a motivated finance professional who enjoys taking ownership, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is eager to broaden their expertise beyond pure bookkeeping. If you have a solid accounting foundation, strong analytical skills, and excellent English communication skills, this could be your next step.

Your responsibilities

• Process and post supplier invoices while ensuring timely approvals and accurate accounting records.
• Manage vendor and intercompany communications, acting as a trusted point of contact for financial queries.
• Monitor vendor balances, perform account reconciliations, and follow up on outstanding items.
• Execute weekly payment runs and prepare payment files through our financial systems.
• Record bank transactions, monitor cash positions, and contribute to working capital reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals, prepayments, revaluations, and other journal entries.
• Review balance sheet accounts, general ledger transactions, budgets, and closing schedules to ensure financial accuracy.
• Prepare tax-related filings, including VAT, withholding tax, and corporate income tax support.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, tax specialists, banks, and international colleagues across our global network.
• Provide financial information and supporting documentation to internal and external auditors.

Your profile

You hold a bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. You have a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial processes. You are comfortable working in an international environment and communicating with stakeholders from different cultures and countries. You have excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken. You are analytical, accurate, and able to work in a structured manner. You take ownership, show initiative, and enjoy solving problems. You have a positive, can-do mindset and are motivated to continuously learn and grow. Experience with ERP systems and financial software is considered an asset. You are able to work on-site from our office in Duqm, Oman, and enjoy collaborating closely with colleagues in a team environment.

Our offer

• An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance
• A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally
• A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities
• A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing

DEME is a world leader in the highly specialised fields of dredging, solutions for the offshore energy industry, infra marine and environmental works. The company can build on more than 140 years of know-how and experience and has fostered a pioneering approach throughout its history, enabling it to be a front runner in innovation and new technologies. DEME’s vision is to work towards a sustainable future by offering solutions for global challenges: a rising sea level, a growing population, reduction of CO2 emissions, polluted rivers and soils and the scarcity of natural resources. While the company’s roots are in Belgium, DEME has built a strong presence in all of the world’s seas and continents, operating in more than 90 countries worldwide. DEME can rely on 5,200 highly skilled professionals across the globe. With a versatile and modern fleet of over 100 vessels, backed by a broad range of auxiliary equipment, the company can provide solutions for even the most complex projects. DEME achieved a turnover of 2.62 billion euros in 2019.