Chief Accountant - Real Estate (Arabic Speaker)

Who we are Founded in 1978, Al Marwan Group is a diversified organization serving the construction, heavy machinery, Oil & Gas, real estate, development and Hospitality sectors across the GCC. The Group operates through multiple business units and subsidiaries, delivering integrated solutions supported by strong operational expertise and a well-established regional presence.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Chief Accountant with strong Real Estate / Property Accounting expertise and hands-on experience with Yardi to lead accounting operations and financial reporting across our real estate portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for real estate properties and corporate entities. Manage and review GL, AP, AR, journal entries, accruals, payments, receipts, and reconciliations . Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes. Prepare and review property-level and consolidated financial statements and management reports .

Manage property and tenant accounting, including rental income, service charges, deposits, receivables, and operating expenses . Review tenant ledgers, aged receivables, and outstanding balances. Monitor intercompany and related-party transactions. Support budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow projections, and variance analysis.

Coordinate with external auditors and support audit and statutory requirements. Ensure appropriate accounting treatment for property acquisitions, disposals, CAPEX, depreciation, and property investments . Maintain effective accounting controls and procedures. Supervise, review, and mentor accounting team members. Yardi Responsibilities Manage and review property-level accounting and financial transactions in Yardi .

Ensure accurate coding of transactions by property, unit, department, and account. Perform Yardi bank, tenant, vendor, and GL reconciliations . Generate and review property financial statements and management reports. Support lease, tenant, AP, AR, and property accounting processes. Assist with Yardi month-end closing and resolve accounting discrepancies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field . 5–8+ years of accounting experience , preferably in Real Estate, Property Management, or Investment companies. Mandatory hands-on experience with Yardi accounting systems. Strong knowledge of real estate and property accounting . Strong understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles .

Proven experience in month-end/year-end closing and audit coordination. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and financial reporting. Experience supervising or reviewing accounting team members. Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills. UAE/GCC accounting experience is an advantage.

ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification is preferred.