Job Description

Job Title: Senior Accountant (Engineering Consultancy - Dubai)

Location:

Dubai, UAE

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Industry:

Engineering Consultancy

Availability:

Immediate Joiners Preferred

Position Overview:

The Senior Accountant will be solely responsible for the full spectrum of financial operations and reporting. This is a

standalone role

- you will be the

only accountant

in the company, requiring both strategic oversight and hands-on execution of all accounting functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Full-cycle accounting

including GL, AP, AR, payroll, bank reconciliations, and journal entries Manage and maintain accurate records in

QuickBooks

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual

financial statements and reports

Handle

VAT computation, filing, and compliance

with FTA regulations Process payroll and ensure compliance with UAE labor laws Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and government authorities Create and monitor company budgets, forecasts, and cash flow Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules Support management in strategic planning through financial analysis Prepare project-specific financial summaries and cost allocations Ensure accurate recording of intercompany and contractor transactions

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's or CPA/ACCA preferred)
Minimum

5 years of accounting experience

, with at least

2 years in the UAE

Proficient in QuickBooks

- including setup, usage, and reporting
Strong knowledge of

UAE VAT regulations and compliance

Experience working independently - preferably in an SME or standalone accounting role
Excellent knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP)
Proficient in MS Excel, and other accounting and ERP tools
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication in English
Familiarity with the

engineering or consultancy

sector is an advantage

Strict Eligibility Checklist - Do Not Apply Unless You Meet All the Below Criteria:

Based in

Dubai or willing to relocate immediately

Fluent user of QuickBooks

with demonstrable hands-on experience
Have

worked as a sole or lead accountant

in a small to mid-sized company
Proven experience with

VAT filing and financial statement preparation

Able to join

immediately or within 30 days

Can provide

professional references

from prior employers

No dependability on external accountants

- must be fully self-reliant

About Us:

We are a well-established engineering consultancy firm based in Dubai, providing a range of architectural, structural, and MEP design services to clients across the UAE. With a focus on technical excellence and timely project delivery, we are now seeking a

Senior Accountant

who can independently manage all aspects of accounting and finance in our growing organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,500.00 - AED5,000.00 per month

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

QuickBooks: 3 years (Required) UAE VAT filing and financial statement preparation: 3 years (Required) lead accountant in a small to mid-sized company: 5 years (Preferred)
Language:

Arabic (Preferred)
Location:

* Dubai (Required)