Chief Accountant – Real Estate Jobs in Sharjah, UAE | Al Marwan Group
Join a diversified GCC organization with 45+ years of excellence. Lead real estate accounting and Yardi operations across a diverse property portfolio.
About Al Marwan Group
Diversified GCC Leader Since 1978Founded 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.
With over four decades of experience, Al Marwan Group has built a reputation for excellence, reliability, and innovation across all its business segments, making it a trusted partner for clients throughout the region.
Job Overview
Job Summary
Al Marwan Group is seeking 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. This role requires 5-8+ years of accounting experience, preferably in Real Estate, Property Management, or Investment companies, with mandatory Yardi experience. The successful candidate will oversee reporting, controls, audits, and a skilled team across a diverse GCC property 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
Qualifications & Requirements
The ideal candidate for this Chief Accountant – Real Estate vacancy must meet the following criteria:
Mandatory
- 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
Eligibility
- 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
How to Write a Strong CV for This Role
- 1Highlight your 5-8+ years of real estate accounting experience and Yardi expertise prominently
- 2Detail your experience with property-level financial reporting, tenant accounting, and IFRS compliance
- 3Include keywords like "Chief Accountant", "Real Estate", "Yardi", "IFRS", "Sharjah" for ATS
- 4Quantify achievements such as portfolio size managed, reporting improvements, or audit results
- 5Keep it to 1-2 clean pages — recruiters scan in 30 seconds
- 6Send your CV as a PDF to preserve formatting on every device
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Chief Accountant – Real Estate position?
Apply online through the Al Marwan Group careers portal at careers.almarwangroup.com/jobs/8234681-chief-accountant-real-estate.
What is the most important requirement for this role?
The most critical requirements are hands-on experience with Yardi accounting systems and 5-8+ years of real estate accounting experience.
Is Yardi experience mandatory?
Yes, mandatory hands-on experience with Yardi accounting systems is a non-negotiable requirement for this position.
What qualifications are preferred for this role?
ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification is preferred but not mandatory.
When is the expected joining date?
This is an immediate joining position. Successful candidates are expected to join as soon as possible after selection.
