Accounts and Finance Executive (Real Estate Developer)

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Category: Finance & Accounting / Construction & Real Estate

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Accounts and Finance Executive to join a leading Real Estate Developer in Dubai.

Important: This is not a traditional accountant or bookkeeping role.

The position is focused on project costing, land acquisition finance, development budgets, off-plan sales finance, RERA compliance, and construction financial control. Only candidates with relevant experience in UAE real estate developer companies will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Project Costing & Feasibility

  • Prepare and monitor detailed project cost estimates and feasibility studies.

  • Track actual costs vs. budget for ongoing developments.

• Land Acquisition & Development Finance

  • Support financial evaluation of land acquisition deals.

  • Coordinate with banks/financiers for funding arrangements related to land and development.

• Development Budgets & Cash Flow Management

  • Prepare and manage development budgets for multiple projects.

  • Monitor cash flows, project expenditures, and funding requirements.

• Off-Plan Sales Finance & Escrow Management

  • Handle the financial aspects of off-plan sales, including collections, schedules, and allocation.

  • Work closely with Escrow accounts in line with RERA and off-plan regulations.

• RERA & Regulatory Compliance

  • Ensure full compliance with RERA, Escrow rules, and off-plan regulations.

  • Prepare and submit required financial reports and documentation to regulatory authorities.

• Construction Financial Control

  • Coordinate with project, procurement, and contracts teams to control construction-related costs.

  • Review contractor and supplier payments against progress, contracts, and budgets.

• Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare periodic financial reports, project performance summaries, and variance analyses.

  • Provide management with insights and recommendations on project financial health.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in real estate development finance.

• Must have worked in REAL ESTATE DEVELOPER COMPANIES in the UAE (mandatory).

• Strong knowledge of:

  • RERA regulations

  • Escrow and off-plan regulations

  • Project costing and development budgeting

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; ERP system experience is preferred.

• Experience managing development budgets and financial controls for real estate projects.

• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a reputable real estate developer in Dubai.

• Exposure to full-cycle real estate development finance functions.

• Dynamic and professional work environment.

• Career growth potential within the real estate development sector.

(Compensation and specific benefits will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.)

Application Process

To start your application, please send your updated resume to:

📧 Email
📝 Subject Title: Accounts and Finance (developer)

Only candidates meeting the real estate developer experience criteria will be contacted.