Senior Accountant

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Doha, Ad Dawḩah, QAT
In-Office
Senior level
Professional Services • Transportation • Consulting • Design
The Role
Manage full-cycle accounting for construction projects including WIP, IFRS 15 revenue recognition, budgeting, cost variance analysis, billing, payables, tax compliance in Qatar, month-end close, financial reporting, and audit support.
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Company Description

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.

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

  • 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.

Additional Information

  • Strong analytical and financial reporting skills
  • Cost control and margin analysis expertise
  • Regulatory compliance awareness
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines
  • Strong communication skills

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Professional qualification (ACCA / CPA / CMA)
  • 5-10 years of accounting experience with minimum 3-5 years in construction sector
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS and construction contract accounting (IFRS 15 experience)
  • Hands-on experience with Qatar Tax and corporate tax filings
  • Experience with ERP systems
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, financial models)
  • Experience handling bank guarantees and performance bonds
  • Cost control and margin analysis expertise
  • Experience preparing management accounts, month-end and year-end close
  • Ability to support internal and external audits and maintain internal controls
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work under tight deadlines
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The Company
23,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1970

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