Overview
Senior Accountant Jobs in Abu Dhabi · UAE at Easy Fit joinery and metal works
We are looking
for a hands-on Senior Accountant to take full ownership of our finance function, with a
strong focus on project-level cost control and UAE statutory compliance.
This is a stand-alone role — you will be the finance function.
You must be comfortable
working independently, closing the books yourself, and reporting directly to the owner.
Scope of Work
1. Project Costing & WIP (Core of the Role)
Maintain job-costing records for every active project — track materials, direct labour,
subcontractor costs, machine/factory overheads, transport, installation, and site
expenses against the approved budget
Produce monthly project P&Ls showing budget vs actual vs forecast-to-complete for
each of the ~6 live projects
Manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) valuation at month-end in line with IFRS 15 (revenue
recognition over time / percentage of completion)
Track variation orders, change requests, and their cost and revenue impact
Monitor retention receivables, advance payments from clients, and certified vs
uncertified work
Flag cost overruns, margin erosion, and cash exposure to management early
2. Accounts Payable
Process supplier and subcontractor invoices, match to LPOs and GRNs, and post to the
correct project/cost code
Manage payment runs, supplier statements, and reconciliations
Maintain aging reports and negotiate payment terms where required
Handle import documentation, customs duty postings, and freight allocation to projects
3. Accounts Receivable
Raise client invoices in line with payment milestones, certifications, and contract terms
Manage collections, follow up on overdue invoices, and maintain debtor aging
Track retention release schedules and ensure timely recovery
Reconcile customer accounts and resolve disputes with project managers
4. General Ledger & Month-End Close
Own the full month-end close: accruals, prepayments, depreciation, provisions,
inventory adjustments
Maintain the chart of accounts with project and cost-centre dimensions
Bank reconciliations across all company accounts (AED and foreign currency)
Petty cash and site-cash controls
Fixed asset register and depreciation schedule (factory machinery, vehicles, IT, tools)
Inventory and raw material reconciliation with the factory/store
5. UAE Statutory Compliance
VAT: Quarterly FTA filings, input/output reconciliation, reverse charge on imports,
designated zone and export treatment where applicable
Corporate Tax: Maintain records for the 9% UAE CT regime, prepare annual CT return,
manage related-party disclosures, transfer pricing documentation if applicable, and
qualifying free zone considerations if relevant
Economic Substance Regulations (ESR) and UBO filings as applicable
Liaise with external auditors and tax agents; lead the annual audit
Maintain compliant books per IFRS6. Payroll & HR Finance
Monthly payroll processing through WPS (Wages Protection System)
Leave accruals, end-of-service gratuity (EOSB) calculations and provisioning
Air-ticket, medical, visa-cost accruals
Coordinate with PRO on visa, labour card, and Emirates ID renewals (cost tracking)
7. Treasury & Cash Flow
Weekly and monthly cash-flow forecasts with project-level inflow and outflow visibility
Manage bank facilities — LCs, trust receipts, project finance, overdraft (if any)
FX exposure on imported materials and management of supplier currency payments
Banking relationship support
8. Management Reporting
Monthly management pack to the MD: P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, project margin
dashboard, debtor/creditor aging, KPI summary
Annual budget and rolling forecasts
Ad-hoc analysis on pricing, tendering, gross margin, overhead absorption
Support tender pricing with reliable cost data
9. Internal Controls & Process
Implement and enforce approval matrix for POs, payments, and expense claims
Inventory and store controls in coordination with factory
Document financial SOPs and continuously improve them
Title: Senior Accountant
Company: Easy Fit joinery and metal works
Location: Abu Dhabi · UAE
