Senior Accountant
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DNB Construction LLC is hiring a Senior Accountant with construction accounting experience to manage financial operations, project costing, budgeting, and VAT compliance. The role requires 5-7 years of accounting experience with at least 3 years in UAE construction.
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Responsibilities
- Manage day to day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
- Handle project based accounting and monitor construction project costs, budgets, and profitability
- Track project expenses, material costs, subcontractor invoices, and supplier payments
- Monitor cash flow, payment schedules, and company financial obligations
- Prepare and maintain budgets, cost forecasts, and variance analysis for ongoing construction projects
- Process payroll coordination, employee reimbursements, and final settlement calculations
- Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations, tax filings, and statutory financial requirements
- Coordinate with auditors for internal and external audits and prepare required documentation
- Monitor accounts receivable collections and follow up on outstanding customer payments
- Maintain fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and inventory accounting records
- Review purchase orders, contracts, and payment certifications from a financial perspective
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum 5–7 years of accounting experience
- At least 3 years in construction or contracting industry in the UAE
- Strong experience in construction accounting, project costing, budgeting, and financial reporting
- Good knowledge of UAE VAT regulations and compliance requirements
- Experience handling subcontractor payments, supplier reconciliation, and project cost monitoring
- Proficiency in ERP systems / accounting software (ERPNext, Tally, SAP, QuickBooks, or similar)
- Advanced Excel skills including financial reporting and data analysis
- Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
- CA / ACCA / CPA / CMA qualification preferred
- Prior experience in UAE construction or contracting companies preferred
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Job Summary
- We are seeking a highly skilled and detail oriented Senior Accountant to manage the company’s accounting operations and financial reporting within our growing construction business.
- The ideal candidate should have strong experience in construction accounting, cost control, budgeting, project based accounting, subcontractor payments, and financial compliance within the UAE.
- The candidate must have excellent knowledge of accounting standards, VAT regulations, cash flow management, and the ability to support management with accurate financial analysis and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day to day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
- Handle project based accounting and monitor construction project costs, budgets, and profitability.
- Track project expenses, material costs, subcontractor invoices, and supplier payments.
- Monitor cash flow, payment schedules, and company financial obligations.
- Prepare and maintain budgets, cost forecasts, and variance analysis for ongoing construction projects.
- Process payroll coordination, employee reimbursements, and final settlement calculations.
- Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations, tax filings, and statutory financial requirements.
- Coordinate with auditors for internal and external audits and prepare required documentation.
- Monitor accounts receivable collections and follow up on outstanding customer payments.
- Maintain fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and inventory accounting records.
- Review purchase orders, contracts, and payment certifications from a financial perspective.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum 5–7 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in construction or contracting industry in the UAE.
- Strong experience in construction accounting, project costing, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Good knowledge of UAE VAT regulations and compliance requirements.
- Experience handling subcontractor payments, supplier reconciliation, and project cost monitoring.
- Proficiency in ERP systems / accounting software (preferably ERPNext, Tally, SAP, QuickBooks, or similar systems).
- Advanced Excel skills including financial reporting and data analysis.
- Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
- CA / ACCA / CPA / CMA qualification will be an advantage.
- Prior experience in UAE construction or contracting companies preferred.
- Knowledge of project billing, retention accounting, and contract based financial management preferred.
Compensation
- Salary Range: AED 8,000 – AED 10,000 per month
- Pay: Up to AED10,000.00 per month
Schedule
- Employment Type: Full Time
Work Location
- Work Location: In person
Application Questions
- Current salary in AED?
- Expected salary in AED?
- Available to join in 15 days or less?
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