Senior Accountant

Key Responsibilities **Financial Reporting & General Ledger** * Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (IFRS compliant) * Manage general ledger, journal entries, accruals, and adjustments * Handle month-end and year-end closing * Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records **Project Accounting & Cost Control (Key Focus)** * Monitor project budgets, costs, and profitability * Manage revenue recognition using percentage of completion method * Analyze cost variances and provide insights * Review subcontractor costs, purchase orders, and material usage * Support tendering with financial analysis **Receivables, Payables & Cash Flow** * Manage invoicing, progress billing, and payment certificates * Track customer collections and follow-ups * Handle supplier and subcontractor payments * Support cash flow forecasting and working capital control **Compliance & VAT (UAE)** * Ensure VAT compliance and timely filing * Maintain audit-ready records and documentation * Strengthen internal controls and financial policies **Reconciliations & Asset Management** * Perform bank, supplier, and customer reconciliations * Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules **Audit & Reporting** * Coordinate with external auditors during audits * Prepare MIS and management reports * Provide financial insights for decision-making **Leadership & Coordination** * Coordinate with banks, vendors, and authorities * Supervise junior finance staff * Improve processes and financial workflows Requirements * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field * Minimum 10 years of UAE experience (construction/landscaping preferred) * Strong project accounting and cost control experience * Good knowledge of IFRS and UAE VAT regulations * Strong Excel and ERP system skills * Experience in audits and compliance * Strong analytical and leadership skills * Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Preferred * ACCA, CPA, CMA, or CA qualification * Experience in large landscaping or infrastructure projects * Knowledge of BOQs, subcontracting, and procurement cycles * UAE driving license is optional Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person