Assistant Management Accountant at Burhani Engineers Ltd

Job Purpose

To support the Management Accountant in providing accurate and timely financial and management information, aiding strategic decision-making and ensuring compliance with accounting standards across multi-disciplinary engineering, construction, and real estate projects.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts.
• Analyze financial performance and variances across business units (MEP, Civil, Solar, Real Estate, etc.).
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning processes.

Project Cost Control

• Monitor project costs against budgets and forecasts.
• Track expenditures on ongoing construction and engineering projects.
• Work closely with project managers and engineers to validate cost allocations.

Reporting

• Generate cost reports, profitability reports, and variance analyses.
• Assist in producing board and investor reports for financial review.
• Maintain project-wise P&Ls and cost breakdowns.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Support audits by preparing required documentation and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax regulations, and internal policies.
• Help implement and maintain financial controls and procedures.

Accounts Reconciliation & Month-End Close

• Perform bank, supplier, customer, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Assist in month-end close procedures and journal entries.

Data Integrity & Systems

• Maintain accuracy of financial records in the ERP/accounting system.
• Assist with digital transformation efforts including automation and data migration.

 Liaison & Coordination

• Coordinate with Procurement, Stores, Project, and HR departments to track costs and financial data.
• Communicate with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies when necessary.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA Part II or III, ACCA, or equivalent certification (in progress or completed).

Experience:

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in construction, engineering, or real estate finance preferred.
• Familiarity with project accounting and multi-sector cost tracking.