Finance and Accounting Expert

Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading governmental institution in the UAE is seeking a senior finance manager to oversee budgeting, compliance, and financial reporting for international offices. The successful candidate will implement financial strategies, manage treasury operations, and ensure audit readiness while providing training and oversight to finance teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in finance or accounting roles.
• At least 3 years in a senior or supervisory finance position.
• Experience in financial reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and expenditure tracking.
• Prepare local government financial statements in compliance with IPSAS.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations in UAE and host countries.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Compliance

Financial Operations

Internal Controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Master’s degree in Public Finance, International Finance, or Business

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and expenditure tracking for international offices.
• Prepare local government financial statements and budgets in compliance with IPSAS and other public sector standards.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations in both the UAE and host countries.
• Manage treasury operations, cash flow, and disbursements to international locations.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls and support audit readiness.
• Provide tools, training, and oversight to local and international finance teams.
• Propose and implement strategies to improve financial efficiency and operations.
• Coordinate financial compliance and reporting using ERP/FMIS systems.

Qualifications:

Academic Degree:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Master’s degree in Public Finance, International Finance, or Business

Certifications (at least one required):

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)
• CGMA (Chartered Global Management Accountant)

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years in finance or accounting roles
• At least 3 years in a senior or supervisory finance position, preferably within a government or international organization
• Proven experience in financial reporting, compliance, and cross-border financial operations