Finance Controller — IFRS, Budgeting & Controls Lead

Swissquote; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Swissquote is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting, accounting operations, internal controls, budgeting, and UAE/regional compliance for Dubai offices and MEA operations. The role supports senior management with financial analysis and strategic decision making.

The candidate will lead the finance team, ensure timely financial information, and drive process improvements across ERP systems and reporting packs in a fast-paced, multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, ACA or CIMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting and finance operations.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and reporting packs.
• Ensure IFRS, UAE VAT and corporate tax compliance.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, GL, payroll and cash management.
• Develop and maintain robust financial controls and policies.
• Coordinate audits with external auditors and tax advisers.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital and liquidity.
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/ACA/CIMA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Swissquote is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting, accounting operations, internal controls, budgeting, and UAE/regional compliance for Dubai offices and MEA operations. The role supports senior management with financial analysis and strategic decision making.

The candidate will lead the finance team, ensure timely financial information, and drive process improvements across ERP systems and reporting packs in a fast-paced, multinational environment.