Senior Accountant

Waagner Biro Bridge Services has been a leading construction and engineering company in Dubai and the UAE for over 50 years. Serving both government and private sector clients, the company delivers innovative, end-to-end solutions — from design and construction to maintenance.

Backed by a multidisciplinary team of civil, mechanical, structural, and electrical engineers, Waagner Biro Bridge Services is committed to quality, precision, and reliable infrastructure delivery across the region.

1. Project & Job Cost Accounting

- Record and manage full-cycle accounting.
- Prepare and review Work-in-Progress (WIP) reports.
- Ensure accurate revenue recognition under IFRS 15.
- Track retention receivables and payables.
- Review subcontractor progress payments and certifications.

- Monitor budgets and track cost variances.
- Maintain proper documentation for transactions.

2. Financial Reporting

- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial statements.
- Conduct month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Maintain general ledger and perform balance sheet reconciliations.
- Provide project profitability and margin analysis reports to management.

3. Tax & Regulatory Compliance

- Ensure compliance with Qatar tax regulations.
- Prepare and file Corporate Income Tax returns.
- Manage Withholding Tax (WHT) compliance for foreign vendors.
- Liaise with the General Tax Authority (GTA) when required.
- Maintain documentation for tax assessments and audits.

4. Billing & Receivables

- Track progress billing and client invoicing.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on collections.
- Reconcile customer accounts and manage retention balances.

5. Payables & Cash Flow

- Process supplier and subcontractor invoices.
- Verify LPOs, delivery notes, and payment certificates.

- Prepare and review payment vouchers and payment schedules.
- Make timely payments via bank transfers, cheques, or WPS.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist in cash flow planning.
- Monitor bank balances, facilities and guarantees.

6. Internal Controls & Audit

- Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.
- Support external and internal audit processes.
- Improve accounting procedures and ERP system utilization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.; Professional qualification (ACCA / CPA / CMA) preferred.; 5–10 years of accounting experience, with minimum 3–5 years in construction sector.; Strong knowledge of IFRS and construction contract accounting.; Hands-on experience with TAX in Qatar.; Experience in ERP systems; Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, financial models).; Experience handling bank guarantees and performance bonds is an advantage.