Website Abu Alnaga Group
Job Title: General Accountant
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Contracting & Construction
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Overview
We are looking for a General Accountant with prior experience in the contracting and construction industries to join our finance team. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of accounting principles, cost control, project budgeting, and financial reporting specific to contracting operations in the UAE.
Key Responsibilities
• General Accounting:
• Maintain day-to-day financial transactions including journal entries, ledgers, and reconciliations.
• Ensure proper documentation and accuracy of all financial records.
• Project Cost Management:
• Monitor and track project-related expenses and ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Work closely with project managers and procurement to validate cost reports and control expenses.
• Financial Reporting:
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support external audits by providing necessary documents and reports.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable:
• Manage supplier invoices, payment processing, and customer invoicing.
• Follow up on receivables and ensure timely collections.
• Bank Reconciliation:
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• VAT & Compliance:
• Prepare VAT filings and ensure compliance with UAE financial regulations and audit requirements.
Qualifications & Requirements
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Experience: Minimum 4 years of accounting experience in the UAE, with at least 2 years in a contracting company
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Tally, or ERP systems
• Strong Excel and reporting skills
• Knowledge:
• Familiarity with project accounting, WIP (Work in Progress), and retention accounting
• Working knowledge of UAE VAT laws
• Language: Fluent in English (both written and verbal)
• Other Traits:
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Trustworthy and capable of handling confidential financial information
If you are a detail-oriented and experienced accountant with a solid contracting background, we invite you to join our team and grow with a dynamic organization.
Job Type: Full-time
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