Finance Controller

Caliberly; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberly is seeking a Finance Controller in Dubai to lead financial planning, reporting, and control functions for a holding company structure. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management while ensuring IFRS/GAAP compliance and strong risk controls.

The role requires a Chartered Accountant or equivalent and a relevant finance degree, with expertise in ERP systems and stakeholder communications with senior management and boards.

Qualifications

• Masters or Bachelors degree in Treasury Banking Finance Account or related field.
• Chartered Accountant certification is a must.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee long-term financial goals and strategies.
• Forecast future financial performance based on current trends and data.
• Lead budgeting process across departments and monitor adherence to plans.
• Prepare accurate financial statements for senior management and regulators.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks and ensure proper controls.
• Oversee cash flow and working capital to maintain liquidity.
• Coordinate audits (internal and external) and ensure compliance with laws.
• Provide financial insight to support growth strategies and M&A planning.
• Lead the finance team including accountants, controllers and analysts.

Skills

Financial Planning

Budgeting

Financial Reporting

Risk Management

Cash Flow

Compliance

Leadership

Stakeholder Communication

Strategic Decision Support

ERP Systems

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance/Accounting

Chartered Accountant

Tools

IFRS/GAAP

Job description

Job Title - Finance Controller

Qualifications :

Masters or Bachelors degree in Treasury Banking Finance Account or related field.
Relevant certification (Chartered Accountant ) is a must.

Industry Experience : Holding companies

Job Purpose:

• Financial Planning & Strategy
• Develop and oversee long-term financial goals and strategies.
• Forecast future financial performance based on current trends and data.
• Budgeting & Cost Management
• Lead the budgeting process across departments.
• Monitor spending and ensure adherence to financial plans.
• Financial Reporting
• Prepare accurate financial statements and reports for senior management stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations (e.g. IFRS GAAP).
• Risk Management
• Identify and mitigate financial risks.
• Ensure proper insurance coverage investment strategy and risk controls.
• Cash Flow Management
• Oversee cash flow to maintain liquidity and support operational needs.
• Manage working capital effectively.
• Compliance & Controls
• Ensure all financial practices comply with laws regulations and internal policies.
• Coordinate audits (internal and external).
• Leadership & Team Management
• Lead the finance team including accountants controllers and analysts.
• Drive team performance and professional development.
• Stakeholder Communication
• Act as the financial spokesperson for the company with investors auditors and the board of directors.
• Strategic Decision Support
• Provide financial insight to support key business decisions and growth strategies.
• Participate in mergers acquisitions or expansion plans.
• ERP & Systems Implementations
• Implement and maintain financial systems and tools to increase efficiency and accuracy.