Accounts / Procurement (Building Construction) | Arabic Speaker

Procurement & Accounts Officer – Construction

Company: Abu Alnaga Contracting Location: Dubai, U.A.E Employment Type: Full-TimeAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Procurement & Accounts Officer to manage procurement and accounting activities across our construction projects.The ideal candidate will have 6–8 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in the construction industry, with hands-on experience in procurement, accounts payable, supplier/subcontractor management, job costing, project cost control, and financial reporting.Key ResponsibilitiesProcurement & Vendor Management· Manage procurement of construction materials, equipment, and services.· Source suppliers, obtain and compare quotations, negotiate pricing and payment terms.· Prepare and manage Purchase Orders (POs) and procurement documentation.· Coordinate with project managers and site teams to ensure timely material delivery.· Monitor purchase commitments, supplier performance, pricing, and delivery schedules.· Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors and identify cost-saving opportunities.Accounting & Finance· Manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, invoices, payments, and supplier reconciliations.· Verify supplier invoices against POs, delivery notes, contracts, and approvals.· Process and reconcile supplier and subcontractor payments.· Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate accounting records.· Monitor project expenses, budgets, commitments, and cash flow.· Support monthly closing, financial reporting, audits, and management reporting.Construction Accounting & Cost Control· Monitor project costs, budgets, commitments, and job costing.· Track material, subcontractor, labour, equipment, and other project-related costs.· Assist with WIP reporting and percentage-of-completion accounting.· Review actual costs against budgets and identify variances or potential cost overruns.· Maintain accurate project cost and subcontractor records.· Assist with subcontractor billing, payment applications, and lien waiver/release documentation where applicable.Requirements· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Procurement, or a related field.· 6–8 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in construction.· Strong understanding of construction accounting, procurement, AP/AR, job costing, and project cost control.· Experience with suppliers, subcontractors, POs, invoices, payment applications, and reconciliations.· Knowledge of WIP reporting and percentage-of-completion accounting.· Experience with construction/accounting software such as Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint Vista, Procore, QuickBooks, or similar systems.· Strong Microsoft Excel skills.· Knowledge of AIA billing and lien waiver processes is an advantage.· CPA/CPA candidate preferred.· Arabic speaker preferred.· Excellent analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.· Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.What We Offer· Competitive salary package· Comprehensive benefits· Career growth and advancement opportunities· Collaborative and supportive work environment· Opportunity to work on diverse construction projectsHow to ApplyInterested candidates should submit their updated CV and a brief cover letter highlighting their construction accounting, procurement, job costing, and subcontractor/vendor management experience.Email: Career@abualnaga.comApply: Directly through LinkedIn