Head Accountant

Company Description

Tricone Group is an international real estate firm specializing in architectural design, master planning, construction management, and development management services. With American roots and connections spanning India and Saudi Arabia, Tricone bridges cultures and expertise to deliver projects of varying scales. Supported by a dynamic team of professionals and extensive external partnerships, Tricone is committed to innovation and excellence. The company believes in transforming visions into reality, providing world-class solutions tailored to client needs.

Role Description

An accountant role requiring the Arabic language generally includes 

standard accounting duties

Core Responsibilities

The general duties of an accountant are consistent, regardless of language skills, and include:

• Financial Management & Reporting:

   Maintaining accurate financial records, including general ledger accounts, trial balances, and financial statements (P&L, balance sheets, cash flow statements).

• Accounts Payable & Receivable:

   Managing invoices, processing payments, monitoring outstanding debts, and implementing collection procedures.

• Reconciliations and Audits:

   Performing timely bank reconciliations, managing intercompany accounts, assisting with internal and external audits, and preparing necessary documentation.

• Budgeting & Forecasting:

   Assisting in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts, analyzing variances, and making recommendations for cost control.

• Compliance & Tax:

   Ensuring compliance with internal policies, international standards (like IFRS), and local tax laws (e.g., UAE VAT laws). 

Specific Duties for an Arabic-Speaking Accountant

The need for Arabic fluency often translates to these additional specific tasks: 

• Communication with Stakeholders:

   Serving as the primary point of contact for Arabic-speaking clients, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration in both written and spoken Arabic.

• Documentation and Translation:

   Preparing, reviewing, and translating financial documents, reports, and invoices between English and Arabic to ensure all records meet local legal and regulatory requirements.

• Regional Compliance Expertise:

   Applying a strong understanding of specific accounting regulations and tax laws within the Middle East/GCC region (e.g., DMCC regulations, Saudi Arabian accounting practices).

• Local Operations Management:

   Handling financial operations for local offices, which may involve specific local systems like WPS (Wages Protection System) processing in the UAE. 

Key Qualifications

Employers commonly look for the following qualifications for this role:

• Education:

   A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Certifications:

   Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CA, or CMA are often preferred.

• Experience:

   Typically, 2-5 years of accounting experience, often with a preference for experience within the GCC or Middle East region.

• Language Skills:

   Mandatory fluency in both written and spoken Arabic and English.

• Technical Skills:

   Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Tally, ERP systems) and MS Excel.