Controller, Financial Reporting

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Group in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, seeks an experienced Controller, Financial & Reporting to oversee financial operations, accounting controls and corporate reporting. The role ensures accuracy, regulatory compliance and timely reporting for senior management, the Board and investors.

Responsibilities include policy development, budgeting coordination, and leadership of finance personnel, with collaboration across departments and with external auditors and financial institutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in financial management and reporting.
• Experience leading financial governance and internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and external audits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and analysis of organizational financial statements.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Strengthen internal controls and financial governance across the organization.
• Provide insights to senior management for strategic decisions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and external stakeholders.

Skills

Financial management

Financial reporting

Leadership

Internal controls

Financial governance

Risk management

Budgeting & forecasting

Auditing coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Controller, Financial & Reporting Job Snapshot - Role: Controller, Financial & Reporting - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Oil and Energy - Function: Financial Control - Experience: Minimum 8 years in financial management and reporting - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Salary: Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality: Not specified

Position Overview

ADNOC Group is seeking an experienced Controller, Financial & Reporting to oversee financial operations, accounting controls and corporate financial reporting activities in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity and regulatory compliance of financial information while providing senior management with reliable analysis to support business planning and strategic decisions. The successful candidate will lead the development of financial policies and internal controls, oversee financial statement preparation, coordinate budgeting and forecasting activities, and strengthen financial reporting processes across the organization. The role also requires effective leadership of finance personnel, collaboration with operational departments and engagement with external auditors, investors and financial institutions. A strong understanding of financial governance, analytical accounting and risk management is essential.

Key Accountabilities

Financial Reporting and Accounting Oversight

• Oversee the preparation, review and analysis of organizational financial statements.
• Ensure financial statements are accurate, complete and prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Maintain the integrity and reliability of financial reporting information.
• Review financial results to identify significant trends, variances and matters requiring management attention.
• Provide guidance on complex accounting issues and support their timely resolution.
• Improve the consistency, quality and efficiency of financial reporting processes.
• Ensure financial information is available to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Coordinate the timely preparation of financial reports for senior management, the Board of Directors, investors and other relevant stakeholders.

Financial Governance and Internal Controls

• Lead the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures and reporting standards.
• Establish and maintain internal financial controls to safeguard organizational assets.
• Ensure internal control arrangements support the accuracy and reliability of accounting information.
• Review financial processes to identify control weaknesses and opportunities for improvement.
• Promote accountability, transparency and compliance within the finance function.
• Monitor the application of approved financial procedures across relevant activities.
• Recommend improvements to strengthen financial governance and operational efficiency.
• Support the organization in adapting to changes in financial regulations and applicable industry standards.

Financial Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting

• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Coordinate with department heads to incorporate operational requirements into financial plans.
• Review financial forecasts and assess their consistency with business priorities.
• Support strategic planning through detailed financial analysis and performance evaluation.
• Monitor financial results against approved budgets, forecasts and performance targets.
• Identify material financial variances and provide recommendations for management consideration.
• Contribute to the development of financial strategies that support long-term organizational objectives.
• Ensure financial planning activities provide reliable information for business decisions.

Financial Performance Analysis

• Monitor organizational financial performance and evaluate results against established objectives.
• Develop and apply relevant financial performance benchmarks.
• Analyse financial information to identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities.
• Provide actionable financial insights to senior management.
• Assess financial performance against agreed targets and highlight significant deviations.
• Support management decisions through accurate quantitative and analytical assessments.
• Prepare financial performance updates covering relevant results and key metrics.
• Recommend measures to improve financial effectiveness and reporting quality.

Financial Strategy and Risk Management

• Advise senior management on financial strategies and associated business implications.
• Provide guidance on financial risk management practices.
• Identify financial reporting and control risks requiring management attention.
• Support the evaluation of financial decisions through appropriate analysis.
• Collaborate with operational and corporate functions to align financial priorities with organizational goals.
• Contribute to strategic planning discussions by providing relevant financial information.
• Support financial decision-making through reliable reporting, risk awareness and sound analytical judgment.

Regulatory Compliance, Tax and External Audit

• Ensure financial reporting activities comply with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor compliance with relevant tax regulations.
• Coordinate with external auditors during financial audits.
• Facilitate the provision of financial records, reports and supporting documentation required for audit activities.
• Address accounting and reporting matters identified during audit reviews.
• Support the implementation of appropriate actions arising from audit findings.
• Monitor changes in financial regulations and assess their implications for accounting and reporting processes.
• Promote consistent application of regulatory and financial compliance requirements.

Financial Systems and Process Improvement

• Oversee the integration of financial systems and tools to improve operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Support improvements in the reliability and consistency of financial information.
• Coordinate with relevant departments during financial system integration initiatives.
• Review existing financial workflows and recommend improvements.
• Encourage the adoption of effective reporting practices and financial management tools.
• Support process enhancements that strengthen financial controls and reduce reporting inefficiencies

Finance Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and guide finance personnel in achieving financial reporting and operational objectives.
• Provide technical direction on complex accounting and financial management matters.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams working toward shared financial objectives.
• Support the improvement of reporting standards and financial processes.
• Identify areas where finance team members require additional technical knowledge or professional development.
• Facilitate training sessions to strengthen accounting, reporting and analytical capabilities.
• Promote a culture of financial accountability, accuracy and transparency.
• Encourage collaboration and effective communication within the finance function and across departments.

Stakeholder Reporting and Communication

• Provide regular financial performance updates to senior management.
• Present relevant financial results, trends and key performance indicators.
• Coordinate with department heads to ensure financial strategies support operational priorities.
• Facilitate communication between Finance and other organizational functions.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to the Board of Directors, investors and other stakeholders.
• Represent the organization in financial discussions with investors and relevant external parties.
• Maintain professional relationships with financial institutions.
• Negotiate favorable funding terms with financial institutions where required.
• Support effective communication of financial information to internal and external stakeholders.

Internal Working Relationships

• Collaborate with department heads to align financial planning and reporting with operational goals.
• Maintain regular communication with senior management on financial performance and significant financial matters.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams on financial objectives and reporting improvements.
• Provide technical guidance and training to finance team members.

External Working Relationships

• Coordinate with external auditors on financial audits and regulatory compliance matters.
• Engage with investors and stakeholders on relevant financial information.
• Maintain relationships with financial institutions and participate in funding discussions.
• Support the organization 's financial reporting obligations to relevant external parties.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Education - Bachelor 's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Professional Experience - Minimum 8 years of experience in financial management and reporting.

Preferred Professional Certifications

• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
• Chartered Accountant (CA).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Equivalent professional certification.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

Financial Accounting and Reporting

• Strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Knowledge of applicable accounting standards and financial reporting requirements.
• Ability to review complex accounting information and resolve reporting issues.
• Understanding of financial reporting controls and information integrity.
• Knowledge of financial governance and accounting procedures.
• Strong analytical accounting capabilities.

Financial Management and Analysis

• Highly numerate with excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to evaluate financial performance and interpret complex financial information.
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Ability to identify significant financial variances and performance trends.
• Understanding of financial risk management and strategic financial analysis.
• Capability to provide meaningful financial recommendations to management.

Financial Controls and Compliance

• Knowledge of internal financial control requirements.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance and applicable tax obligations.
• Ability to support external audit processes.
• Knowledge of financial policies, procedures and reporting governance.
• Ability to identify financial control risks and recommend improvements.

Financial Systems and Operational Efficiency

• Understanding of financial systems and reporting processes.
• Ability to support financial system integration and process improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of financial performance measurement and benchmarking.
• Ability to improve the accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting activities.

Core Competencies

• Strong numerical and quantitative capabilities.
• Excellent financial analysis and analytical accounting skills.
• Sound financial judgment and problem-solving ability.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to provide financial guidance to senior management.
• Strong coordination and cross-functional collaboration.
• Commitment to financial transparency, accountability and compliance.

Leadership and Behavioral Competencies

• Ability to lead and develop finance teams.
• Effective decision-making and professional judgment.
• Strong organizational and coordination capabilities.
• Ability to manage complex financial reporting responsibilities.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to different stakeholder groups.
• Professional integrity and accountability.

Additional Competency Requirements

Core and technical competencies: As per the approved company Competency Dictionary.
Behavioral and leadership competencies: As per the approved company Competency Dictionary.

The Controller, Financial & Reporting plays an important role in maintaining ADNOC Group 's financial integrity and supporting informed business decisions. Through effective financial governance, accurate reporting, robust internal controls and strategic financial analysis, the position contributes to organizational accountability, regulatory compliance and sustainable financial performance.