General Accountant - Contracting Industry
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About the Role
Aurora Prime Investment seeks a General Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations, including cash management, bank reconciliations, accounts receivable/payable, VAT compliance, and month-end closing.
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Responsibilities
- Administer petty cash disbursements and reconcile balances
- Process supplier and subcontractor payments and perform bank reconciliations
- Prepare and issue monthly invoices to clients and manage AR aging
- Verify supplier invoices and record approved progress invoices in ERP
- Record and update WIP expenses for ongoing projects
- Record and monitor vehicle related expenditures and prepare monthly Vehicle Expense Report
- Record asset acquisitions and reconcile depreciation schedules
- Prepare quarterly VAT workings and submit VAT returns
- Manage prepayment schedules, accruals, provisions, and deposits
- Ensure all accounting entries are recorded and reconciled prior to month end closing
Requirements
- Proficiency in ERP and Government/Third Party portals
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Solid understanding of UAE VAT regulations and corporate tax compliance
- Experience in project based accounting and WIP management preferred
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Professional communication skills
- Demonstrated integrity and confidentiality
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Role Overview
- The General Accountant is responsible for managing day to day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month end closing activities, and ensuring compliance with UAE financial regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer petty cash disbursements for Engineering, Procurement, and Marketing teams.
- Process supplier and subcontractor payments upon verification of all supporting documentation and approvals.
- Prepare and complete bank reconciliation statements on a timely basis.
- Prepare and issue monthly invoices to clients for landscaping maintenance projects.
- Verify supplier invoices and supporting documents for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.
- Record and regularly update WIP expenses for all ongoing landscaping projects.
- Record and monitor all vehicle related expenditures including fuel, parking, Salik charges, insurance, and maintenance costs.
- Record all asset acquisitions in the fixed asset register upon receipt of supporting documentation.
- Prepare and review quarterly VAT workings, ensuring compliance with UAE VAT regulations.
- Manage monthly prepayment schedules and ensure correct automated postings are in place.
- Ensure all accounting entries are properly recorded and reconciled prior to month end closing.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency in ERP and Government/Third Party portals.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook); strong spreadsheet and data analysis capabilities.
- Solid understanding of UAE VAT regulations and corporate tax compliance requirements.
- Experience in project based accounting and WIP management preferred.
- High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and data integrity.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Professional communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with cross functional teams.
- Demonstrated integrity, confidentiality, and discretion in handling sensitive financial information.
- Proactive and solutions oriented mindset with a continuous improvement attitude.
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