Accounting Manager - Building Materials

Antal is partnering with a Leading façade engineering company with operations across the Middle East, Europe, and North America looking to hire a Accounting Manager | Abu Dhabi, UAE. Location : Abu Dhabi, UAE Industry : Façade Engineering | Aluminum | Building Martials Salary - 22,000 AED to 24,000 AED + Benefits + Bonus Job Purpose The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing accounting operations while remaining hands-on in key financial activities, ensuring accurate records, compliance with regulations, and timely financial closing. 1. Accounting Operations General Ledger & Closing - Oversee and manage accounting operations including GL, AP/AR, and payroll. - Post and review journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments. - Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes. - Prepare and review consolidated ledgers and preliminary financial reports. Cash & Expense Management - Monitor cash flow and bank reconciliations. - Track expenses against budgets and highlight variances. - Support budgeting processes and provide accurate financial data. 2. Compliance & Tax Regulatory Compliance - Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies. - Coordinate with external auditors and ensure audit readiness. - Implement and monitor internal controls and ensure proper procedures. - Identify financial risks, discrepancies, and delays. Tax Management - Review Corporate Tax and VAT returns prior to submission to tax advisors. - Coordinate with tax advisors on all corporate tax and VAT matters. 3. Cross-Departmental Coordination Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate financial inputs across all departments: - Delivery Team — man-hours and site expenses. - Factory Team — fabrication hours. - Engineering Team — timesheets. - Procurement Team — open purchase orders. - QS Team — monthly sales. - HR Team — payroll and PRO expenses. 4. Team Management & Reporting Team Supervision - Supervise accounting team including AP/AR and payroll functions. - Provide technical accounting guidance and support to the team. - Collaborate with all departments to support financial alignment. Financial Analysis & Reporting - Provide financial data and analysis to support decision-making. - Assist in forecasting and financial planning inputs. - Ensure accuracy of financial data used for KPIs and reporting. 5. Systems & Continuous Improvement - Oversee accounting systems and ensure data integrity. - Support ERP implementation and continuous system improvements. Requirements & Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. - Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, preferably in contracting or construction. - Strong knowledge of IFRS and local tax regulations. - Experience with ERP systems. - Proven team management experience.