Executive Assistant & Accounts Officer (High-Performance Environment)

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Executive Assistant & Accounts Officer to support senior management in a fast-paced construction environment. This role requires ownership, confidence, and strong follow-through — not passive task execution.

The successful candidate will act as a key support to the Managing Director, ensuring timely approvals, financial accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial reports, analyses, and summaries with full understanding of content
• Proactively follow up on pending approvals and ensure no operational delays
• Escalate discrepancies or unclear instructions before execution
• Support accounts functions including reconciliations, documentation control, and reporting
• Anticipate management queries and come prepared with clear explanations
• Coordinate across departments to ensure smooth execution

What We’re Looking For

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Confident communicator who can respond clearly under pressure
• Ability to challenge respectfully and seek clarification when needed
• Fast-paced, solution-oriented mindset
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in accounts and executive support
• Experience in construction industry preferred

This Role Is Not Suitable For

• Candidates who prefer purely administrative task execution
• Individuals uncomfortable with proactive follow-up and escalation
• Those who require constant direction without independent judgment

What We Offer

• Direct exposure to senior leadership
• Growth in a structured, performance-driven environment

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• What is your notice period?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Executive Assistant & Accounts Officer: 3 years (Preferred)