Assistant Manager - Finance

Caliberly; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Finance to oversee financial operations across various entities in the UAE and internationally. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in finance with strong expertise in financial reporting, treasury operations, and compliance with UAE tax regulations. Additionally, they will coordinate with auditors and maintain stakeholder relationships. This is a critical role for ensuring financial integrity and compliance within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant finance and accounting experience.
• Strong practical exposure to UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations.
• Prior experience in group companies or multi-entity environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting and treasury operations.
• Manage VAT and Corporate Tax compliance.
• Coordinate with auditors and banking partners.

Skills

Financial reporting

UAE regulatory compliance

Treasury operations

Stakeholder management

Cash flow management

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) or Inter/Semi-Qualified CA

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Finance to support group-level financial operations across corporate and holding entities in the UAE and overseas. This role will be responsible for financial reporting, treasury operations, tax compliance, MIS, and coordination with auditors, banks, and tax consultants.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on exposure to UAE regulatory requirements, group accounting, and multi-entity financial management.

Key Responsibilities

1. MIS & Financial Reporting

• Review accounting records of group corporate entities to ensure timely monthly closures
• Prepare and review monthly MIS reports for UAE and overseas entities
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of:
  • Inter-company reconciliations at group level
  • Inter-company loan tracker and supporting schedules
  • Ad-hoc management and financial reports as required

2. Treasury & Banking Operations

• Manage treasury-related activities, including initiating payments through banking portals in line with approval matrices
• Liaise with banks on day-to-day operational matters such as:
  • Payment processing and reconciliations
  • Bank confirmations and documentation
  • Amendments to banking rights and signatory mandates
• Coordinate the opening of new bank accounts for group entities and ensure related compliance
• Maintain proper documentation of banking authorities, access rights, and approvals

3. Cash Flow Management

• Prepare monthly cash flow statements for corporate entities
• Develop and monitor monthly cash forecast statements

4. Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

• Manage VAT-related activities, including:
  • VAT registration, deregistration, and amendments
  • Preparation and filing of VAT returns
  • VAT reconciliations and supporting schedules
  • Coordination during VAT audits or queries
• Handle UAE Corporate Tax compliance, including:
  • Understanding CT applicability
  • Computation of taxable income and adjustments
  • Preparation and filing of CT returns
• Possess working knowledge of Transfer Pricing, including:
  • Identification of related party transactions
  • Maintenance of transfer pricing documentation
  • Compliance with UAE Corporate Tax transfer pricing requirements
• Coordinate with tax consultants, auditors, and regulatory authorities as required

5. Audit & Stakeholder Coordination

• Assist during internal and external audits by preparing schedules and explanations
• Coordinate with auditors, consultants, and banking partners on financial and compliance matters

6. Controls & Compliance

• Ensure proper documentation of financial processes, approvals, and controls
• Maintain accurate records related to banking, taxation, and regulatory compliance
• Support enhancement of internal controls and compliance frameworks across group entities

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or Inter / Semi-Qualified CA
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant finance and accounting experience
• Prior experience in group companies, holding structures, or multi-entity environments is preferred
• Strong practical exposure to UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations
• Proficiency in financial reporting, MIS, and treasury operations
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills

Apply now!