Title: Project Accountant- Real Estate
Location: Dubai
Salary: AED 15-20,000

We are seeking a professional and experienced Project Accountant from the real estate, construction or development sectors to join a long-established real estate firm with a legacy in Saudi Arabia. This is a fast-paced environment where accuracy and precision are expected, and you will liaise with all internal and external stakeholders on a daily basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• General Accounting & Bookkeeping
• Financial Reporting & Analysis to IFRS.
• Ensure VAT, Corporate Tax (if applicable), and RERA compliance.
• Support with tax filings, audits, and DLD financial disclosures.
• Track and analyse project budgets, costs, variances, and cash flows.
• Track construction/development costs (land, materials, labour).
• Support financial planning and investor reporting.
• Assist in structuring project financing including bank loans and escrow accounts.
• Monitor loan covenants, drawdowns, and repayment schedules.
• Liaise with banks and investors to ensure seamless funding.
• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Strengthen financial controls to reduce risk exposure.
• Work with RERA, DLD, banks, auditors, and cross-functional teams to ensure financial alignment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance, and holding ACCA, CA or CPA certifications.
• 3+ years of accounting experience within UAE real estate or construction,
• Knowledge of real estate financing, escrow management, and project funding structures.
• Proficient in accounting tools (QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, Yardi,).
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, modeling).
• High attention to detail and a strong analytical mindset.
• A clear communicator in English and an effective team player.

Highly Preferable:

• IFRS 15, IAS 40, and UAE VAT law knowledge.
• Familiarity with escrow rules, developer accounting, and lease management.
• Understanding of RERA and DLD compliance procedures.

Ref: 109738