Construction Accountant | Arabic Speaker | RAK

Requirements Please apply only if you meet at least 70%: — Arabic speaker – mandatory • 3+ years UAE accounting experience • Strong UAE construction accounting experience – mandatory • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field • Experience with project costing, budgets, retention, advances & profitability • Strong knowledge of AP, AR, GL, payroll, cash flow & financial reporting • Good knowledge of UAE VAT • Experience with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, banks & auditors • Strong Excel and Odoo ERP. • Able to independently manage the full accounting function Location: Ras Al Khaimah, UAE Employment Type: Full-time Department: Finance & Accounts Reports To: Management About the Role We are looking for an experienced General Accountant to take full responsibility for the company's accounting and financial operations. The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on experience in the construction industry, with a solid understanding of accounting for multiple construction projects, including villas, residential buildings, apartments, and other developments. As the sole accountant, you will be responsible for managing the company's complete accounting cycle independently, including project accounting, contractors and subcontractors, suppliers, banks, payroll, VAT, cash flow, financial reporting, and day-to-day financial controls. This is a hands-on position that requires someone who can work independently, take ownership of the accounts, and provide management with accurate and timely financial information. Key Responsibilities Full Accounting Operations • Manage the complete accounting cycle and maintain accurate books and financial records • Handle general ledger, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and closing activities • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports • Maintain proper accounting documentation and financial controls • Monitor company expenses and ensure proper approvals and supporting documents Construction & Project Accounting • Manage accounting for multiple construction projects simultaneously • Track project costs, expenses, budgets, commitments, and profitability • Monitor material, labor, equipment, and other project-related costs • Prepare project cost reports and compare actual costs against budgets • Monitor project cash flow and financial performance • Review and record contractor and subcontractor transactions • Verify subcontractor invoices, payment certificates, retention amounts, advances, and deductions • Coordinate with the project and site teams regarding project costs and financial matters • Support management in identifying cost overruns and financial risks Contractors, Subcontractors & Suppliers • Manage accounts payable and supplier accounts • Review invoices, purchase orders, delivery documents, and supporting documentation • Maintain accurate contractor and subcontractor statements • Reconcile supplier and subcontractor accounts • Prepare payment schedules and monitor outstanding obligations • Coordinate with procurement, project managers, and site teams regarding payments and documentation Banking & Cash Management • Manage company bank accounts and daily banking transactions • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations • Monitor cash flow and cash requirements • Prepare payment instructions and coordinate bank payments • Monitor outstanding cheques, transfers, and other banking transactions • Assist management with cash flow forecasting and financial planning Payroll & Employee Accounting • Prepare monthly payroll and WPS processing • Maintain salary records, advances, deductions, leave payments, and other employee-related transactions • Coordinate with HR regarding employee financial matters • Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time VAT & Compliance • Prepare and maintain VAT records and supporting documentation • Assist with VAT return preparation and submission • Ensure transactions are properly recorded in accordance with UAE tax requirements • Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and other financial professionals when required • Maintain proper documentation for audits and regulatory requirements Financial Reporting & Management Support • Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports • Provide management with accurate information regarding revenue, expenses, cash flow, project costs, and profitability • Prepare project-wise financial analysis and reports • Assist management with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control • Highlight financial discrepancies, risks, and unusual transactions • Provide financial information required for business and project decisions What We Are Looking For We are looking for someone who is not just a bookkeeper or an accountant focused on daily transactions. The ideal candidate should be able to take ownership of the company's entire finance and accounting function, understand how construction projects operate financially, control project costs, manage contractors and subcontractors, handle banking and payroll, prepare management reports, and give management a clear picture of the company's financial position and each project's performance. Construction experience and the ability to independently manage the full accounting function are the two most important requirements. Show more Show less