Senior Accountant

Job Description

Title: Senior Accountant

About ENGIE ENGIE group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Together with our 96,000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers.

Description about the Entity: ENGIE’s Business Unit for the Asia Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region is headquartered in Dubai. The region has activities in large scale power generation, water desalination, district cooling, energy solutions and renewables including green hydrogen, wind and solar. We act throughout the value chain: strategy, design, engineering, energy-efficient asset construction, digital platforms, operations management, financing syndication and outcome assurance. And, by using globally leading technologies, we create innovative energy and smart solutions that help to make the world a better place.

Description about the Project: Join ENGIE with our project partners in shaping the future of renewable energy with the Solar PV Project (100 KMS from city), a groundbreaking initiative in the heart of Abu Dhabi. As part of this ambitious project, you will be at the forefront of developing a state-of-the-art solar photovoltaic power plant with a capacity of 1,500 MW, contributing significantly to the UAE’s 2050 goal of achieving a 50% renewable energy mix. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in the full lifecycle of the project, from design and engineering to construction and operation, all within a dynamic and innovative environment. This project promises stability and long-term impact. If you are passionate about renewable energy and eager to make a tangible difference, we invite you to be part of this transformative journey.

About the job: Business Line: AMEA
Primary Location: Project Site - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Employee Status: Project Basis
Schedule: Full Time

Key activities and competencies The Sr Accountant is responsible for managing all day-to-day Finance matters including accounting, reporting, treasury, audit, taxation and other finance day-to-day activities for the Company. The Sr Accountant assists the CFO in various Project Finance and Corporate Governance matter

Responsibilities:

• These responsibilities represent the minimum expectations for the role; additional duties may be assigned as needed.

During Mobilization Period and prior to plant commercial operation date (PCOD,

➢Mobilization Phase : Assist in company formation, initial procurement, setting up processes, ERP system implementation and other departmental setup support as needed from time to time by CFO and PGM.

Post COD of plant;

➢Managing all day-to-fay finance matters including;

➢Processing of invoices, payments

➢Getting approval for all invoices and payments.

➢Ensuring proper documentation of the transaction and archiving

➢Handling petty cash (national / foreign currency).

➢Preparing bank reconciliations.

➢Credit card account settlement

➢Raising of inter-company debit notes quarterly

➢Issue Weekly Cash Position

➢Identify cash usage requirements and place deposits accordingly

➢Assist in preparing Closing schedules

➢Make accrual and other Journal entries as assigned

➢Ensure strict compliance with internal policies and procedures.

➢Respect of the monthly internal calendar / deadlines.

➢Assist in the preparation of other deliverables upon request.

➢In charge of filing and maintaining bank activity files and all correspondence.

➢Preparation of VAT returns

➢Support in Annual audit

These responsibilities represent the minimum expectations for the role; additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality Management:

➢Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental management procedures within assigned areas to protect employee safety and meet legislative requirements.

➢Ensure complete understanding and adherence to safety procedures for both self and team, with zero tolerance for breaches.

➢Maintain a consistent frequency of safety and environmental inspections and timely reporting findings

➢Promote safe working methods practices

Governance:

➢Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, directives, and project requirements.

➢Adhere to corporate policies, procedures, and internal controls.

➢Contribute to the continuous improvement and development of policies and procedures

Accounting and Reporting:

➢Perform day-to-day accounting of the company including sales, purchases, receipts, payments, petty cash, and other transactions strictly adhering to the Company’s policies and procedures and tax laws.

➢Perform month-end accounting activities such as payrolls, reconciliations, and journal entries.

➢Ensure appropriate documentation of all accounting and other related administrative records of the Company

➢Monitor expenditures, analyze budget variances and report the same to management.

➢Timely and accurately prepare monthly financial reports and other accounting reports as requested by management

➢Ensuring compliance with the reporting requirements of shareholders

➢Respond to accounting inquiries by management in a timely fashion.

➢Prepare yearly financial statements complying with IFRS.

➢Assist in complying with the laws and regulations applicable to the Company

• Handle auditing by providing necessary information, and explanations and preparing requested documentation.
• Timely preparation and submission of VAT and other Tax filings and payments
• Preparation of VAT refund claims and follow up for refund

• Assist in the preparation of the yearly budget and Medium-Term-Plans
• Update the forecasting model, including monthly rolling forecast
• Prepare cashflow projections

• Contribute to the Budget Planning process.
• Support the development of operational budgets.
• Evaluate supporting contracts and monitor contractor performance.

• Compliance with IFRS and Shareholders’ Accounting Policies
• Production of timely and accurate managerial reports and statements.
• Implementation and continuous improvements of management systems, policies and procedures (internal control)
• Compliance to policies and procedures, internal control and ethics
• Business support
• Positive attitude, working in autonomy, focus on results

Health & Safety

• Work Level 1: the tasks that he/she performs as part of their daily work activities do not represent a risk for their integrity;
• Work Level 2: the tasks that he/she performs as part of their daily work activities represent a risk for their physical integrity (e.g. working in zones with high temperatures or with permanent increased noise levels);

The selected candidate must undergo a medical examination, in accordance with company policy, as a prerequisite for employment.

Dimensions of job:

• The Job Holder makes decisions within clearly defined parameters, in line with the objectives of the Section and Company objectives, under the guidance of the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and Plant General Manager (PGM) of the Company.
• Complete all other tasks, assigned time to time pertaining to procurement & reporting.
• Prepares & submit different reports on timely manner as required by the management

Key relationships

Daily communications with department heads and management team

➢Shareholders’ Finance Organization (Business Control)

➢External Auditors / Internal Auditors

➢IT Service Suppliers (accounting, reporting)

➢Banks - Account Manager for day-to-day operations

➢Tax Advisors and Tax Authorities

➢Accounting services provider

Required Qualifications

• Good command of the English language with verbal and written communication skills
• Must be flexible: willing to work long hours, weekends and be on call if required (periodically);
• Arabic is an advantage
• Foundation knowledge in accounting
• Familiar with Internal Control principles
• Process and system oriented
• Strong interpersonal skills, good verbal and written communication.
• Good practical knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Eager to learn.
• Team player
• Able and willing to work efficiently in a global, culturally diverse and changing environment.

Qualifications: Minimum of Diploma in economics, accounting, finance, business administration or Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) from Association of Chartered Certified Accounts UK.

Experience: - Minimum 8 years of experience in finance, accounting and/or controlling, in an equivalent position in an Audit Firm and/or multinational company