Finance and People Operations Specialist

Rocket Lab; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense sector is seeking a Finance and People Operations Specialist. This role combines finance operations and people support, overseeing tasks such as budgeting, payroll, and documentation. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and experience in finance-related fields, with a strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Strong grasp of accounting standards and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with UAE tax regulations and labor law.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day finance activities including invoice processing and expense tracking.
• Support payroll processing and maintain confidential employee records.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Organizational discipline

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Xero

NetSuite

Alaan

Expensify

Job description

Finance and People Operations Specialist

Bachelor of Business Administration(Management)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

About the Role:

We re looking for a proactive and detail driven Finance & People Operations Specialist to join our fast-paced team. This role blends core financial operations with people support, making it perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of numbers and people. You ll play a critical role in keeping our internal systems running smoothly, from payment processes and budgeting to payroll support and employee documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Operations:
• Oversee day-to-day finance activities including data entry, invoice processing, expense tracking, reimbursements, petty cash, and general account reconciliations
• Prepare and submit payment requisition forms, ensuring complete and organized documentation
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date financial records and collaborate with external accountants for timely transaction entries
• Track and manage company budgets, flagging variances and supporting data-informed decisions
• Prepare monthly reports (budget vs. actuals, cash flow statements, variance analyses) for senior leadership
• Support audits, VAT filings, and regulatory compliance in collaboration with auditors and tax consultants
• Continuously improve internal finance processes and controls
• Use platforms such as Xero, Alaan, Expensify, NetSuite and Excel to streamline financial data and reporting
• People Operations Support:
• Work closely with People team to support accurate payroll processing in coordination with payroll providers
• Handle employee reimbursements, bank letters, salary transfer documentation, and insurance-related paperwork
• Maintain confidential employee records, ensuring up-to-date documentation for payroll, visa, and compliance
• Assist with visa renewals, employee letters, and government portal documentation where needed
• Act as a liaison between People, Finance, and PRO agencies to support smooth cross-functional execution

Must Haves:

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3 6 years of experience in finance or accounting roles
• Strong grasp of accounting standards, financial reporting, and budgeting
• Familiarity with UAE tax regulations, audit cycles, compliance frameworks and UAE Labor law
• Excellent organizational discipline and attention to detail
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and act on financial dataConfident working independently and meeting tight deadlines
• Based in the UAE
• Fluency in English is required

Company Industry

• Defence
• Military
• Government

Department / Functional Area

• Finance
• Treasury

Keywords

• Finance And People Operations Specialist

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