Accountant – Contracting Company

About the Role

We are Contracting Company in Sharjah seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Accountant with strong expertise in ZOHO Books, bank reconciliation, procurement of building construction materials, and payroll management. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of UAE experience in contracting companies and must be well-versed in UAE VAT & Corporate Tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations in ZOHO Books, including:
• Invoices, billing, accounts payable & receivable
• General ledger entries and reconciliations
• Bank reconciliation
• Prepare and maintain budgets, expense planning, and cash flow reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate UAE VAT & Corporate Tax filing.
• Oversee the procurement process:
• Supplier quotations, purchase orders, and contract negotiations
• Cost control for building construction materials
• Vendor and delivery follow-up
• Manage Payroll & Salaries, including:
• Monthly salary preparation and disbursement
• WPS compliance (Wages Protection System – UAE)
• Employee benefits, end-of-service provisions, and leave settlements
• Track project costs and allocate material & labor expenses accurately.
• Provide management with financial reports, forecasts, and cost control analysis.
• Liaise with auditors, consultants, banks, and government authorities when required.
• Ensure compliance with UAE accounting standards and internal company policies.

Mandatory Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance (BSc minimum).
• Minimum 3 years UAE experience in Contracting/Construction companies.
• Proficiency in ZOHO Books (mandatory).
• Procurement experience (mandatory).
• Strong knowledge of building construction materials (mandatory).
• Hands-on expertise in Bank Reconciliation (mandatory).
• Proven Payroll & Salaries experience (mandatory – including WPS compliance).
• Strong understanding of UAE VAT & Corporate Tax regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and reporting tools.
• Fluency in English (Arabic is an advantage).

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Industry: Contracting / Construction
• Location: Sharjah, UAE
• Salary: Competitive package (based on experience)
• Reporting to: Finance Manager / General Manager

Application Instructions

Interested candidates who meet all mandatory requirements are invited to apply with:

• Updated CV/Resume
• Cover letter (highlighting UAE contracting experience, ZOHO Books, procurement, and payroll skills)

Only shortlisted candidates who meet the mandatory requirements will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED4,500.00 per month

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• ZOHO BOOKS: 3 years (Preferred)
• UAE Construction Company: 3 years (Preferred)
• Construction Building Material Procurement: 3 years (Preferred)
• UAE VAT requirements: 3 years (Preferred)