General Accountant

Seeking an experienced General Accountant to support its finance operations on a 4-month contractual assignment. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end closing within a real estate or property management environment. The role requires a detail-oriented professional capable of managing high-volume transactions while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely financial reporting.

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Process and verify vendor, contractor, and supplier invoices related to property and corporate operations.
• Ensure timely payment processing and accurate allocation of expenses.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain AP aging reports and monitor outstanding liabilities.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Prepare and issue tenant invoices, service charge invoices, and other receivables.
• Monitor rent collections and outstanding balances.
• Follow up with tenants and clients regarding overdue payments.
• Perform customer account reconciliations and maintain accurate AR aging reports.

General Accounting

• Record and maintain accounting transactions within the ERP/accounting system.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Perform bank, intercompany, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist in maintaining the general ledger and ensuring data accuracy.
• Support internal and external audit requirements.

Month-End Closing & Reporting

• Execute month-end closing activities within the agreed timelines.
• Prepare reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Review revenue, expenses, accruals, and provisions for accuracy.
• Assist in the preparation of management reports and financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and company accounting policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably within the real estate or property management sector.
• Strong hands-on experience in AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and month-end closing activities.
• Knowledge of tenant accounting, rent collections, and property-related financial transactions is highly advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Good understanding of IFRS and UAE accounting practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Profile

• Experience working with real estate developers, property management companies, or real estate consultancies.
• Ability to handle multiple properties/entities and high transaction volumes.
• Available to join immediately or on a very short notice period.

Contract Details

• Contract Duration: 4 Months
• Work Location: Dubai (On-Site)
• Industry: Real Estate / Property Management
• Start Date: Immediate