Finance Manager

Mark Williams Recruitment; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Mark Williams Recruitment partners with a leading Abu Dhabi organisation to appoint an experienced and commercially minded Accountant. This newly created role will build the finance function from the ground up, implementing best-in-class controls, governance, reporting processes and systems.

Reporting to the Finance Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the entire finance function, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance while enabling proactive strategic

Qualifications

• CMA or ACCA certification preferred.
• Standalone accounting role experience is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and UAE tax regulations.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and post journal entries.
• Manage general ledger and ensure data integrity.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and cash flow reports.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable and cash collections.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes and audits.
• Develop budgets, forecasts and financial analyses for strategic planning.
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT and corporate tax regulations.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

CMA or ACCA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Mark Williams is partnering with a leading organisation based in Abu Dhabi to appoint an experienced and commercially minded Accountant.

This is a unique opportunity to build the finance function from the ground up as it is a newly created role, implementing best-in-class financial controls, governance frameworks, reporting processes and systems.

Reporting to the Finance Director the successful candidate will solely be responsible for the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ensuring all transactions are recorded in accordance with company policies.
• Prepare and post journal entries across all areas of the balance sheet and profit and loss account, including assets, liabilities, revenue.
• Manage the general ledger, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial data.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, cash flow statements, and petty cash reconciliations.
• Oversee the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring timely invoice processing, payments, and collections.
• Monitor debtor ageing reports and proactively manage cash collections to optimise cash flow.
• Perform reconciliations of bank accounts, credit card transactions, and key balance sheet accounts.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes, ensuring all reporting deadlines are met.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis to support strategic planning and business decision-making.
• Monitor cash flow, identify financial risks, and recommend opportunities to improve liquidity and operational efficiency.
• Ensure full compliance with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations, including the preparation and submission of all required filings
• Prepare audit schedules and liaise with internal and external auditors to facilitate efficient audit processes.
• Produce accurate and timely financial and management reports for senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Investigate financial discrepancies, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous process improvements.
• Review and enhance accounting systems, financial controls, and internal policies to improve efficiency and strengthen governance.
• Develop, maintain, and document accounting policies and procedures in line with best practice and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of financial information while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis, reporting, and accounting support as required by the business.

Candidate Profile

• Professional certification such as CMA or ACCA – preferred but not essential
• Working in a similar position previously, in a standalone role
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting and UAE tax regulations
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial planning & analysis.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and perform under pressure
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to work independently

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitions Accountant to join a highly regarded organisation and play a key role in shaping its future growth and success