Finance Business Partner

AI71; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

At a leading AI company, the role of a Lead Accountant involves overseeing financial processes for both offshore and onshore entities. Candidates should possess a proven track record in financial management, extensive knowledge of accounting principles, and strong interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in a financial role.
• Proficient in IFRS and IPSAS accounting principles.
• Experience with large cap entities.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Receivable, Payable, and General Ledger.
• Lead financial reporting, including audits.
• Forecast cash flows and manage cash.

Skills

Financial Compliance

Financial Reporting

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelors in Accounting

CPA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

About the Company

AI71 is an industry leader in artificial intelligence, delivering innovative solutions that empower developers, businesses and governments to solve complex challenges. AI71 builds secure, enterprise-ready applications powered by cutting-edge technology—tailored for knowledge workers and sector-specific needs. AI71 bridges the gap between advanced AI and real-world impact. Guided by a strong commitment to research and responsibility, we create transformative solutions that drive progress and empower communities.

About the Role

Lead the monthly close process, ensuring accurate financial reporting is presented in a timely manner with focused comments on all key movements and balances to all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, and Financial Reporting for “offshore” ADGM entity and its “onshore” licensed subsidiaries.
• Responsible for producing Financial Accounts based on Accrual standards and on Cash basis.
• Take the lead on accounting projects, accounting policy application, and application to ERP coding, finance ERP projects.
• Preparation of Cash flows forecasts and cash management.
• Lead accountant / financial planning team.
• Be the first point of contact for all finance related queries on Regulatory Reporting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and General Ledger.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with all internal/external stakeholders.
• Provide ad hoc financial support to all key stakeholders across the organization and wider team.
• Full ownership of financial systems, with responsibility to ensure they are accurate and complete.
• Maintain and improve the financial accounting and reporting processes.
• Ensure robust financial process and controls, constantly looking to improve the environment.
• Prepare and deliver accurate financial and commercial documents and ad hoc reports.
• Act as primary contact for the audits and ensure accurately audited financial statements are produced in a timely fashion.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in accounting, Finance, or similar discipline.
• CPA or equivalent.

Required Skills

• 7+ years’ proven experience in a financial role or in similar role.
• Experience working in large cap entities.
• Understands the flow of technology (intangibles) from “development”, “initial recognition”, to “commercialization”.
• Demonstrates ability to deliver on financial compliance requirements for “offshore” ADGM entity and its “onshore” licensed subsidiaries.
• A detailed understanding of financial and accounting principles (IFRS and IPSAS).
• Proficient user of finance software (SAP, Oracle).
• Meticulous attention to detail is a must.
• Impeccable organizational skills a must.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Able to manage, guide and lead employees to ensure appropriate financial processes are being used.
• Demonstrate integrity, dependability and, accountability.