Accountant - 35441

Our client, an international planning, engineering and architectural firm is looking for a Accountant to be based in Dubai.

• • Perform day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and ledger maintenance
  • Issue invoices and process incoming payments (accounts receivable)
  • Process vendor invoices and execute payments (accounts payable)
  • Manage revenue recognition in accordance with IFRS and company policies
  • Conduct cost accounting and monitor project profitability
  • Support project budgeting and proposal preparation at the RFP stage, including man-hour estimation and fee calculation
  • Prepare budgets and support financial planning processes
  • Monitor actual vs. budget performance and provide variance analysis
  • Prepare profit & loss forecasts and cash flow forecasts
  • Take proactive actions based on financial performance (e.g., receivable collection follow-ups, cost control measures)
  • Manage cash management and fund allocation, including monitoring cash position and optimizing fund usage
  • Manage bank accounts, including payment processing, balance monitoring, and cash position tracking
  • Ensure compliance with UAE tax regulations (VAT, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing)
  • Support accounting aspects of corporate restructuring and organizational changes
  • Utilize Zoho Books and Microsoft Excel for accounting operations and reporting
  • Coordinate monthly closing with external accounting firms and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Coordinate with external auditors and support audit processes
  • Communicate and coordinate with external accounting firms, tax advisors, and consultants
  • Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting processes
  • Identify and support improvements in accounting processes and system usage

• • Minimum 3 years of accounting experience (UAE experience preferred)
  • Strong hands-on experience in journal entries and accounting operations
  • Basic knowledge of IFRS
  • Experience with accounting systems (ERP)
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Knowledge of UAE tax regulations (VAT, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing)
  • Practical experience in cost accounting and revenue recognition
  • Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Experience in accounts receivable and accounts payable operations
  • Business-level English communication skills