Graduate Accountant (UAE Nationals)

Job description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

Wood is currently seeking a motivated Graduate Accountant to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop your skills, and work on exciting projects within a supportive environment. If you’re a recent graduate ready to take your first step into the world of accounting,

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Across EMEA, our teams are providing solutions and expertise to support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.

We are focused on growth and our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa.

What we can offer
• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance : The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan : Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections : Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

The key objectives for this role are:
• Assist in preparing accurate and timely financial reports and statements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline financial processes.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Gain hands-on experience in various accounting functions to build a solid foundation for professional growth.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support the reconciliation of accounts, including bank statements and ledgers.
• Contribute to the preparation and monitoring of budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure accurate data entry and maintenance of financial records.
• Assist with audits by preparing documentation and supporting audit processes.
• Perform variance analysis and provide insights on financial performance.
• Support accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial operations.
• Stay updated with accounting standards and best practices.
• Participate in ad hoc financial projects and tasks as required.

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don’t match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (recent graduate).
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with accounting software (preferred).

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.