Job Description

Job Title: Accountant

Location

: UAE (Office-based, with potential for some travel between companies' offices)

Reporting to

: Senior Accountant

Department

: Finance & Accounting

Role Description

This role includes financial reporting, budgeting, auditing, and day-to-day accounting duties such as accounts payable, receivable, and payroll. The

Accountant

will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with local tax laws and financial regulations, maintaining healthy cash flow, and providing financial insights to support business decision-making.

Key ResponsibilitiesBudgeting & Forecasting

Develop

annual budgets

and forecasts for both companies, providing detailed financial planning to align with business goals. Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis, offering recommendations to improve financial efficiency.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

Manage the

invoicing

process for clients of Khales and Al Masar Alale, ensuring timely receipt of payments.

Process supplier invoices

and ensure timely payments, managing cash flow and optimizing payment schedules. Oversee and track

accounts receivable

and follow up on outstanding payments to maintain healthy cash flow.

Payroll & Expense Management

Oversee and manage

payroll

for both companies, ensuring timely payment of employee salaries and benefits, and proper compliance with UAE labor regulations. Monitor and process

expense claims

for both staff and project-related expenses, ensuring they comply with company policy.

Tax Compliance & Regulatory Reporting

Ensure compliance with

VAT regulations

and prepare VAT returns for submission to UAE tax authorities for both entities. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of

tax laws and financial regulations

, ensuring the companies are compliant with all legal requirements. Liaise with auditors and regulatory authorities as required, assisting in external and internal audits.

Project Accounting

Work closely with the project management team at

Al Masar Alale Contracting

to provide accurate

cost tracking

and

project accounting

.

Allocate project costs

, monitor project financial performance, and ensure that projects are completed within the approved budgets. Provide

financial reports

on specific projects, including cost-to-completion estimates and any variances from the budget.

Cash Flow & Banking

Manage

cash flow

for both companies, ensuring adequate liquidity to meet day-to-day operational requirements. Maintain relationships with

banks

, oversee banking transactions, and handle bank reconciliations.

Auditing & Compliance

Assist with

internal and external audits

by preparing all necessary documentation and financial reports for audit reviews. Ensure adherence to

internal controls

and assist in implementing any improvements to financial processes and systems.

System & Process Improvements

Recommend and implement

process improvements

to enhance financial controls, reporting accuracy, and efficiency in the finance function. Leverage

accounting software

(such as QuickBooks, Tally, or ERP systems) to manage day-to-day financial transactions and automate processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Professional accounting qualification (e.g.,

CPA, ACCA

, or equivalent) is preferred. Knowledge and experience working on Odoo system Minimum of

3-5 years of experience

in accounting, ideally within the engineering, construction, or consultancy sectors. Strong knowledge of

UAE VAT laws

and

local financial regulations

. Proficiency in

accounting software

(such as QuickBooks, Tally, or ERP systems) and

Microsoft Excel

.

Experience with project accounting

in a contracting environment is a strong plus. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting. Strong

organizational and time management skills

, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with multiple teams and stakeholders.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED4,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Do you have experience working with Odoo software? What is your notice period in days? * What is your monthly salary expectation?