Assistant Accountant (Building Construction)
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About the Role
A building construction company in Dubai seeks an Assistant Accountant with at least 1 year of UAE construction accounting experience. The role involves project costing, supplier payments, and day-to-day finance operations.
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Responsibilities
- Assist in day to day accounting operations including accounts payable, receivable, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.
- Maintain accurate records of construction project expenses and project wise cost allocation.
- Support in project costing analysis, budget monitoring, and expense tracking for ongoing construction projects.
- Process supplier invoices, subcontractor payments, petty cash management, and payment vouchers.
- Monitor and record construction material purchases, inventory movements, and material cost tracking.
- Coordinate with procurement and project teams regarding purchase orders, supplier invoices, and material deliveries.
- Assist in preparing monthly financial reports, expense statements, and management reports.
- Support payroll processing, employee reimbursements, and final settlement calculations when required.
- Perform supplier reconciliation and follow up on outstanding payments and documentation.
- Ensure proper filing and maintenance of accounting documents.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce
- Minimum 1 year of UAE experience in Building Construction Company
- Strong knowledge of construction accounting processes and project costing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Advanced level)
- Experience in accounting software / ERP systems
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Job Summary
- Seeking a detail oriented and proactive Assistant Accountant with minimum 1 year of UAE experience in building construction industry.
- Must have hands on experience in construction accounting, project costing, supplier and subcontractor payments, material accounting, and day to day finance operations.
- Preference given to applicants who can join immediately or within 15 days.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in day to day accounting operations including accounts payable, receivable, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.
- Maintain accurate records of construction project expenses and project wise cost allocation.
- Support in project costing analysis, budget monitoring, and expense tracking for ongoing construction projects.
- Process supplier invoices, subcontractor payments, petty cash management, and payment vouchers.
- Monitor and record construction material purchases, inventory movements, and material cost tracking.
- Coordinate with procurement and project teams regarding purchase orders, supplier invoices, and material deliveries.
- Assist in preparing monthly financial reports, expense statements, and management reports.
- Support payroll processing, employee reimbursements, and final settlement calculations when required.
- Perform supplier reconciliation and follow up on outstanding payments and documentation.
- Ensure proper filing and maintenance of accounting documents, invoices, LPOs, contracts, and project related financial records.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.
- Minimum 1 year of UAE experience in Building Construction Company (Mandatory).
- Prior construction field accounting experience is compulsory.
- Strong knowledge of construction accounting processes and project costing.
- Good understanding of construction materials and site procurement processes.
- Experience handling supplier invoices, subcontractor payments, purchase orders, and material cost tracking.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Advanced level) for reporting and reconciliation.
- Experience in accounting software / ERP systems (preferably ERPNext, Tally, QuickBooks, SAP, or similar).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Candidate currently available in UAE.
- Immediate joiners preferred.
- Must be available to join within 15 days or less.
- Experience working in contracting / building construction companies in UAE is mandatory.
- Knowledge of project costing, BOQ related costing, material accounting, and site expense management will be a strong advantage.
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