Finance & Accounting Officer

Cegelec Abu Dhabi , is a specialized engineering and contracting business unit focused on electrical, instrumentation, and control systems projects for the Oil & Gas industry . From initial design through to construction and commissioning, AEP delivers end-to-end solutions tailored to the sector’s technical and operational demands.

Active in Abu Dhabi and the Oil & Gas sector since 1980, AEP has successfully executed a wide range of projects, either directly for ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company) subsidiaries or as a specialized subcontractor supporting major contractors.

Cegelec Abu Dhabi benefits from the expertise, resources, and international network of VINCI Energies . Our team is composed of experienced project managers, skilled engineers, and a strong in-house construction workforce — all committed to delivering reliable, agile, and locally adapted solutions, while embracing a dynamic approach to innovation and sustainable performance.

We are looking for a Finance & Accounting Officer to join our team:

The Finance & Accounting officer will be in charge of managing the financial and administrative tasks of several small companies.

He/She will be in charge of the monthly accounting entries, monthly closing, payroll and reporting.

He/She will be in direct link with the Finance Manager and will be supervised/trained for an autonomous management of those entities.

The below responsibilities are not a must but a target after a year of experience and supervision by the finance manager.

Role

Core Accounting and Finance Operations :

• Manage the finance related tasks of several small companies.

• Create suppliers and process vendor invoices.

• Process employee expense reports

• Prepare payments and record payment transactions

• Identify and compile the cost for the accrual file.

• Initiate Client invoicing and Debit notes.

• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations

Payroll Administration :

• Manage payroll inputs and ensure accurate data entry into the payroll system.

• Process monthly payroll calculations and execute salary payments

• Prepare employee final settlements in accordance with the labour regulations.

• Export / Import the timesheets and open statement.

• Manage the payroll related accruals (ESB, annual leave).

• Justify the payroll calculation and the open statement .

Cash & Banking

• Manage Petty Cash and perform Online Bank Payments.

• Post monthly cash entries and prepare bank reconciliations.

• Prepare cash forecasts in currencies and consolidated in LCY

• Perform currency exchanges and negotiate preferred rates at the bank.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Support the finance manager in the annual budget preparation

• Prepare financial analyses and reports for management review

• Process the monthly, quarterly, and yearly closings.

• Prepare revenue projections and forecasting expenditure

• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts.

• Manage the bank and insurance related subjects/tasks.

Audit, Compliance & Tax

• Assist with annual audit preparations and prepare the financial statements.

• Investigate and resolve audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of noncompliance.

• Prepare the VAT and Corporate Tax accruals and submit returns.

Systems, Processes & Team Support:

• Contribute to the improvement and development of new systems, programs, and procedures.

• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and internal control procedures

• Lead the internal audit campaigns and implement ways of improvement.

• Ensure financial records and reports comply with IFRS and local regulatory requirements

• Support the Finance Manager in the preparation of the transfer pricing files.

Profile 

• 5 to 8 years’ experience with at least 3 years’ experience in the oil and gas or similar industrial sector.

• Prior experience in the Middle East preferred

• Holder Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Why join us ?

Our DNA : Trust, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Solidarity, Autonomy, Responsibility

Joining us means becoming part of a large group while enjoying the agility and warmth of a human-sized company!

A personalized onboarding journey from day one, with tailored career follow-up

Opportunities for growth, training, and mobility within a fast-growing international group

Close and supportive management

Recognition of employee performance through a company savings plan

Pride in shared achievements

☘️ Respect for the environment and local communities in the countries where we operate (Human Rights Guide)

Commitment to the health and safety of our employees

At VINCI Energies Oil & Gas, CSR initiatives are deeply embedded in our activities, our ways of working, and ultimately, in our DNA