Senior Accountant - REAL ESTATE

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations for a real estate brokerage company.
• Handle full-cycle bookkeeping including general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, petty cash, journal entries and month-end closing.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable including supplier payments, customer invoices, collections and reconciliations.
• Prepare commission calculations, agent commission reconciliations and brokerage income reports.
• Track property transactions, client payments, deposits and commission receivables.
• Prepare monthly financial reports including profit and loss, balance sheet, cash flow, receivables, payables and management reports.
• Ensure accurate VAT treatment for real estate brokerage transactions and prepare VAT returns and supporting schedules.
• Support UAE Corporate Tax compliance documentation and coordination with tax consultants.
• Manage WPS payroll processing in line with UAE MOHRE requirements.
• Maintain proper records for audits and coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors and consultants.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare regular cash flow reports for management.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and ensure all records are audit‑ready.
• Assist in budgeting, cost control and financial planning.
• Ensure compliance with UAE accounting standards, FTA regulations and company policies.
• Handle accounting software such as Zoho Books, Quick Books, Tally or similar ERP systems.
• Support AML/CFT compliance procedures including KYC documentation, transaction monitoring, risk assessment and goAML reporting when required.
• Prepare internal reports related to sales performance, agent performance, collections, outstanding receivables and operational expenses.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field.
• ACCA, CPA, CMA or similar professional qualification preferred or currently in progress.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of accounting experience in a real estate brokerage or property‑related company in the UAE.
• Must have UAE experience and real estate brokerage accounting experience.
• Experience with VAT filing, corporate tax support, payroll and audit coordination required.
• Experience with goAML, AML compliance, KYC or compliance reporting required.
• Candidate must be able to work independently and take ownership of the full accounting function.
• Must be confident in preparing reports for management and supporting financial decision‑making.
• Preferred candidates should be currently based in the UAE and available to join within a reasonable notice period.