Our client is an international award-winning architecture and interior fit out consultancy and contractor.
We are recruiting an Arabic-speaking senior accountant to join their Dubai team.
The role is responsible for the day-to-day accounting and project finance for all interior fit out projects.
Role Summary
Financial reporting and analysis- prepare accurate and timely financial statements, reports and forecasts.
Financial accounting - monthly and annual closings; reconcile accounts payable and receivables; ensure timely bank payments; prepare VAT returns; compile balance sheets and P&L statements.
Manage budgets and report on variance vs actuals.
Compliance \xe2\x80\x93 ensure compliance with all UAE corporate tax and VAT regulations.
Cash management \xe2\x80\x93 manage cash flow to optimize liquidity.
Payroll \xe2\x80\x93 prepare payroll and process through WPS.
Manage bank relationships.
Internal financial controls \xe2\x80\x93 establish financial controls and ensure and ensure all procurement and finance procedures are adhered to.
Mandatory Skills & Experience
7 \xe2\x80\x93 10 years\xe2\x80\x99 accounting and finance experience; minimum 3 years\xe2\x80\x99 UAE accounting and finance experience in the construction, architecture or interior fit out industry.
Experience of project finance is a strong advantage.
Deep expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and UAE tax / VAT regulations.
UAE driving license is mandatory.
Education
Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting or Finance
Candidate Profile
Currently living in the United Arab Emirates \xe2\x80\x93 must be able to live and work in Dubai.
Fluent in English and Arabic.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.