Senior Accountant
Talentmate
United Arab Emirates
3rd September 2025
2509-2544-226
Job Description
- Gain exposure to large-scale infrastructure and complex contracting projects.
- Lead a team while driving project accounting and cost control initiatives.
Our client is a diversified contracting and construction company with a strong presence across the Middle East. They are known for delivering large-scale infrastructure and development projects, maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Job Description
Accounting & Reporting
- Manage the general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end closing activities
- Prepare MIS reports and management presentations to support decision-making
- Ensure compliance with VAT, IFRS, and internal policies
- Develop and monitor budgets for projects and divisions
- Lead forecasting and variance analysis to track project profitability
- Manage cash flow reporting and projections to support operations
- Partner with contractors and quantity surveyors to track project costs
- Oversee project accounting, ensuring accurate allocation of costs and revenues
- Implement cost control measures to optimize financial efficiency
- Support project managers with financial insights and controls
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal audit requirements
- Support annual audits and prepare audit schedules
- Maintain up-to-date documentation for financial controls
- Manage and mentor a small team of junior accountants
- Provide guidance and oversight to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance
- ACCA/CPA/CA or equivalent professional qualification preferred
- 7-10 years of experience in accounting within construction, contracting, or similar industries (mandatory)
- Strong knowledge of project accounting, cost controlling, and MIS reporting
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Must be based in UAE - no relocation support will be provided
- Willingness to work 6 days a week on alternate weeks (two Saturdays per month)
- Opportunity to work with a leading contracting group in the UAE
- Exposure to large-scale infrastructure and project environments
- A role with high visibility, managing a junior team and partnering with senior management
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Long-term career development opportunities within a stable, well-established group
Quote job ref: JN-092025-6825409
Job Details
| Role Level: | Mid-Level | Work Type: | Full-Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country: | United Arab Emirates | City: | Dubai |
| Company Website: | https://redirect.michaelpage.com/mp-home | Job Function: | Finance |
| Company Industry/ Sector: |
Staffing and Recruiting | ||
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