Divisional Financial Controller

Binding Partnerships; Dubai; On-site; AED 334,800 - 446,400; Full time

Job summary

A well-known executive search firm located in Dubai seeks a Divisional Financial Controller to manage their financial function effectively. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience, including at least 5 in a senior accounting role, with strong technical and managerial skills. Responsibilities include managing financial accounts, preparing budgets and KPI reports, and collaborating with management on financial strategies. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to influence positively at all organizational levels.

Qualifications

• Total of 10-15 years of experience, including 5 years in a senior accounting role.
• Membership of the Society of CPAs or Chartered Institute of Accountants required.
• Energetic, proactive, and able to drive beneficial change.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Company’s financial/accounts function.
• Prepare financial budgets and monthly management accounts.
• Provide periodical KPI reports to management and Board.

Skills

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Financial management experience

Proven people management skills

Strong written and oral communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Tertiary qualifications in accounting, commerce or economics

Tools

MYOB

Job description

Overview

Position title: Divisional Financial Controller
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Region: Dubai - Head Office

Role purpose

• Effectively and efficiently manage the Company’s financial/accounts function and liaise with financial institutions for the ongoing growth and to minimise financial costs.
• Provide strategic input for business expansion options, computer systems requirements and improved reporting procedures.

Key Accountabilities

• Contribute proactively as a key member of the senior management executive.
• Timely and accurate preparation, consolidation and presentation of weekly and monthly financial statements and reports.
• Direct and review the analysis and interpretation of financial information for use in management decision making.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts (Profit and Loss / Balance Sheet) and reconciliation of balance sheet schedules.
• Review, analyse and report project results in relation to budgets and other key performance indicators.
• Provide to management and Board periodical KPI reports to assist in measurement of performance by contract, region and function.
• Preparation of financial budgets for incorporation in company business plans.
• Participate in the development of financial strategies, policies, objectives and plans.
• Involvement in the preparation of capital expenditure requests and justification analysis.
• Manage treasury and funding requirements of the company including regular liaison with bankers to ensure a positive understanding of the business and adequate ongoing availability of funding.
• Involvement in the development/refinement of costing systems and procedures relevant to the company’s activities.
• Cash flow management and reporting including regular review of income and expenditure to ensure cash flow is adequate to meet continuing business needs.
• Liaise with organisation’s external accountants as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in accounting, commerce or economics, satisfying ICCA/CPA professional standards and membership of the Society of CPAs or Chartered Institute of Accountants.
• Experience: Total of 10-15 years of experience. At least 5 in a senior accounting role with management experience.
• Skills: Strong technical accounting and financial management knowledge and experience.
• Stature, maturity and presence to win respect and support at all levels and represent the company to the highest levels.
• Proven people management skills with hands on approach.
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Commercial acumen with “bottom line” focus.
• Strategic thinker.
• Highly developed systems/IT skills (current system is MYOB).
• Practical, common sense approach.
• Energetic, proactive and self-sufficient.
• Able to drive beneficial change and cost control.
• High level of determination and commitment.
• Sense of urgency and ability to work to tight deadlines.

About The Company

Binding Partnerships is an exceptional provider of executive search and bespoke recruitment solutions.

With offices located in Dubai and Abu Dhabi we are perfectly positioned to service the growing needs of clients and candidates across the Middle East.

By working in partnership with both our clients and candidates, listening to their needs, researching and then offering confidential, practical and informed advice and solutions we are able to build long-term relationships with the professionals with whom we work.