Senior Accountant

Job Position – Senior Accountant

Company Name – APCC INTERNATIONAL

Location – Abu Dhabi

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and finance within the construction industry and demonstrate deep knowledge of UAE financial regulations, VAT laws, and project-based accounting. The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in managing the company’s financial operations, reporting, budgeting, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

— Run the daily grind: handling the books, juggling invoices (yeah, both the “we owe” and “they owe” piles), and making sure the bank statements actually match up.
— Crank out financial statements that are on point and on time, whip up management reports, and throw together project cost breakdowns before anyone even thinks to ask.– Handle project-based accounting, including budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring project expenditures.
– Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations and timely submission of VAT returns.
– Coordinate with auditors for annual external audits and ensure proper documentation.
– Monitor and manage cash flow, bank transactions, and fund allocations for projects.
– Liaise with project managers, procurement, and site teams to ensure accurate financial tracking.
– Implement and maintain internal controls and accounting policies in line with IFRS.
– Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations for cost control and profit maximization.
– Support the Finance Manager or CFO in strategic planning and decision-making processes.

Qualifications & Skills:

– Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, CMA, or ACCA certification is highly preferred.
– Minimum 10 -15 years of accounting experience in the UAE
– Strong knowledge of UAE accounting standards, VAT laws, and IFRS.
– Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Tally, QuickBooks, ERP systems, etc.).
– Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
– Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
– Fluent in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plus.