Accountant – Engineering and Architecture Firm

About the role

An international planning, engineering and architectural firm is looking for an Accountant to work on site in Dubai. The role covers day-to-day accounting, project cost control, budgeting and financial reporting, with coordination of external accountants and auditors.

Key responsibilities

• Perform daily accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations and ledger maintenance
• Issue invoices and process incoming payments (accounts receivable)
• Process vendor invoices and make payments (accounts payable)
• Manage revenue recognition in line with IFRS and company policy
• Carry out cost accounting and monitor project profitability
• Support project budgeting and RFP proposals, including man-hour estimation and fee calculation
• Prepare budgets, P&L and cash flow forecasts, and analyse variances
• Manage cash, bank accounts and fund allocation
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT, Corporate Tax and Transfer Pricing rules
• Coordinate monthly closing with external accounting firms and support audits
• Maintain internal controls and improve accounting processes

Required profile

• At least 3 years of accounting experience (UAE experience preferred)
• Hands-on experience with journal entries and accounts receivable/payable
• Practical experience in cost accounting, revenue recognition, budgeting and forecasting
• Business-level English

Required skills

• Basic knowledge of IFRS
• Experience with ERP accounting systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of UAE tax regulations (VAT, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing)