Chief Accountant - Real Estate (Arabic Speaker)

Who We Are Founded in 1978, Al Marwan Group is a diversified organization serving the construction, heavy machinery, Oil & Gas, real estate, development and Hospitality sectors across the GCC. The Group operates through multiple business units and subsidiaries, delivering integrated solutions supported by strong operational expertise and a well-established regional presence. Job Summary We are looking for an experienced Chief Accountant with strong Real Estate / Property Accounting expertise and hands-on experience with Yardi to lead accounting operations and financial reporting across our real estate portfolio. Key Responsibilities - Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for real estate properties and corporate entities. - Manage and review GL, AP, AR, journal entries, accruals, payments, receipts, and reconciliations. - Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes. - Prepare and review property-level and consolidated financial statements and management reports. - Manage property and tenant accounting, including rental income, service charges, deposits, receivables, and operating expenses. - Review tenant ledgers, aged receivables, and outstanding balances. - Monitor intercompany and related-party transactions. - Support budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow projections, and variance analysis. - Coordinate with external auditors and support audit and statutory requirements. - Ensure appropriate accounting treatment for property acquisitions, disposals, CAPEX, depreciation, and property investments. - Maintain effective accounting controls and procedures. - Supervise, review, and mentor accounting team members. Yardi Responsibilities - Manage and review property-level accounting and financial transactions in Yardi. - Ensure accurate coding of transactions by property, unit, department, and account. - Perform Yardi bank, tenant, vendor, and GL reconciliations. - Generate and review property financial statements and management reports. - Support lease, tenant, AP, AR, and property accounting processes. - Assist with Yardi month-end closing and resolve accounting discrepancies. Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. - 5–8+ years of accounting experience, preferably in Real Estate, Property Management, or Investment companies. - Mandatory hands-on experience with Yardi accounting systems. - Strong knowledge of real estate and property accounting. - Strong understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles. - Proven experience in month-end/year-end closing and audit coordination. - Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and financial reporting. - Experience supervising or reviewing accounting team members. - Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills. - UAE/GCC accounting experience is an advantage. - ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification is preferred.

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