Finance Manager

SEATTLE INTERNATIONAL SERVICES; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultant in Dubai seeks a Finance Manager with extensive experience in the catering or hospitality industry. The role involves overseeing financial operations, strategic planning, and cost control to enhance business growth and efficiency. Candidates should possess a strong finance background and advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of UAE experience in a similar role.
• Strong background in catering, F&B, or hospitality sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial functions including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Implement cost control strategies to optimize profitability.
• Lead and mentor the finance and accounts team.

Skills

Analytical Mindset

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor of Commerce

Master of Commerce

Chartered Financial Analyst

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Bachelor of Commerce, Master of Commerce, Chartered Financial Analyst

Nationality

Any Nationality

Male

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

We are seeking a results-driven and experienced Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations of our catering business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting within the catering or hospitality or FMCG industry, and will play a key role in strategic planning, cost control, financial reporting, and cash flow management to support business growth and operational efficiency.

• Manage the full spectrum of financial functions including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, financial reporting, and auditing.
• Monitor food cost, labor cost, and operational expenses; implement cost control strategies to optimize profitability.
• Oversee daily accounting operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, bank reconciliation, and fixed asset management.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and present detailed variance analysis to management.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, VAT filing, and other statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors and support annual audit processes.
• Implement internal controls, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and financial policies tailored to the catering business.
• Analyze catering contracts, pricing, and service agreements from a financial perspective.
• Review vendor contracts, evaluate procurement terms, and support supplier negotiations.
• Monitor and report on key financial metrics such as cost per meal, revenue per event, and margins.
• Support management in decision-making through financial models and scenario planning.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise the finance and accounts team.

Requirement

Minimum 8 years of UAE experience in a Similar Role

Strong background in catering, F&B, or hospitality sectors

Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and reporting tools.

Excellent attention to detail, analytical mindset, and communication skills.

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SEATTLE INTERNATIONAL SERVICES

Seattle International Services is a leading recruitment consultant, established in 1988 in Abu Dhabi for providing engineering and support staff for Oil & Gas Industries.

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