Finance Manager

Hayati®; Dubai; On-site; AED 380,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Hayati® seeks an experienced Finance Manager to lead UAE accounting, tax and treasury functions for its UAE operations. You will drive IFRS reporting, tax compliance, treasury, budgeting and audits, liaising with Group Finance and local stakeholders.

You have 7+ years in finance roles in the UAE, a recognized accounting qualification, and strong Excel/ERP skills. English proficiency required; Arabic a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/ACA/CPA/CMA/CA) preferred.
• Minimum seven years' progressive finance and accounting experience, UAE experience required.
• Ability to independently manage end-to-end finance function for UAE-based entity.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, FTA procedures and EmaraTax.
• Knowledge of Excise Tax, customs duties, import VAT and designated-zone requirements.
• Strong IFRS knowledge, financial reporting, closing, budgeting and internal controls.
• Hands-on cash-flow forecasting, banking operations, intercompany settlements and cross-border funding arrangements.
• Inventory accounting, product costing and working capital management experience.
• ERP proficiency and advanced Excel skills.
• Proficient English; Arabic/Chinese advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting and month-end close including GL, AP/AR, expenses, reconciliations and fixed assets.
• Prepare financial statements, reports, budgets, forecasts, cash flow and variance analyses per IFRS and UAE rules.
• Coordinate tax compliance (Corporate Tax, VAT, Excise where applicable) and filings with FTA.
• Coordinate customs duties, import VAT, transfer pricing and related-party compliance.
• Oversee inventory accounting, product costing, landed costs and stock provisions.
• Manage treasury, liquidity planning, payments, FX exposure and bank accounts.
• Coordinate intercompany settlements and cross-border funding with Group Finance.
• Establish financial controls and segregation of duties.
• Coordinate payroll accounting and WPS with HR and providers.
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisers, banks and regulators for audits and filings.
• Monitor UAE regulatory developments and support e-invoicing implementations.
• Undertake other finance, tax, treasury and business-support assignments.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

UAE tax expertise

Cash-flow forecasting

Intercompany settlements

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Audit coordination

Budgeting & forecasting

English proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/ACA/CPA/CMA/CA)

Tools

EmaraTax

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Finance Manager – UAE Accounting, Tax & Treasury

Job Purpose

The Country Finance Manager will take end-to-end responsibility for the finance and accounting activities of the company’s UAE operations.

This is a hands-on role covering financial accounting and reporting, UAE tax and statutory compliance, treasury and cash management, banking, financial controls, budgeting and audit coordination. The role will act as the principal finance contact for the UAE entity and work closely with Group Finance, local management and external professional advisers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and monthly, quarterly and year-end closing, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, expenses, bank reconciliations, accruals, provisions and fixed assets.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, management reports, budgets, forecasts, cash-flow projections and variance analyses in accordance with IFRS, applicable UAE requirements and Group accounting policies.
• Manage UAE Corporate Tax and VAT compliance and, where applicable, Excise Tax, including registration, calculations, filings, payments, reconciliations, record keeping and correspondence with the Federal Tax Authority.
• Coordinate customs duties, import VAT, transfer-pricing and related-party compliance where relevant to the company’s operations.
• Oversee inventory accounting, product costing, landed-cost calculations, stock reconciliations and inventory provisions.
• Manage treasury and banking activities, including liquidity planning, payment scheduling, working-capital monitoring, foreign-exchange exposure, bank-account administration and KYC documentation.
• Coordinate intercompany settlements, cross-border fund transfers and funding arrangements with Group Finance, ensuring appropriate approvals and supporting documentation.
• Establish and maintain appropriate financial controls, approval procedures, payment controls and segregation-of-duties arrangements to safeguard company funds and assets.
• Coordinate payroll accounting and salary-payment processes, including applicable WPS requirements, in cooperation with HR and external payroll providers.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisers, banks and other professional service providers to complete statutory audits, tax filings and other finance-related regulatory requirements.
• Monitor relevant UAE regulatory developments and support the implementation of accounting systems, finance processes and applicable e-invoicing requirements.
• Undertake other finance, tax, treasury and business-support assignments as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• A recognised professional accounting qualification, such as ACCA, ACA, CPA, CMA or CA, is strongly preferred.
• At least seven years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including substantial hands‑on experience in the UAE and experience at Finance Manager, Financial Controller or an equivalent level.
• Proven ability to independently manage the end-to-end finance function of a UAE-based company, subsidiary or business unit.
• Strong practical knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, Federal Tax Authority procedures and the EmaraTax platform.
• Knowledge of Excise Tax, customs duties, import VAT and designated‑zone requirements is required or strongly preferred where relevant to the company’s products and operating model.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, closing processes, audit coordination, budgeting and internal financial controls.
• Hands‑on experience in cash‑flow forecasting, banking operations, intercompany settlements and cross‑border funding arrangements.
• Experience in inventory accounting, product costing and working‑capital management within a product‑based, distribution or trading business.
• Previous audit, tax or advisory experience with a recognised accounting or professional services firm would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in ERP or accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Able to work independently in a hands‑on environment, manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with local stakeholders and overseas headquarters.
• Full professional proficiency in English is required. Chinese or Arabic language capability would be an advantage but not mandatory.

PAX, established in 2021 and headquartered in Hong Kong, operates globally. As a world‑leading consumer electronics company, we focus on cutting‑edge technologies.

Hayati®, PAX’s flagship brand, was born in the UK and has since grown into one of Britain’s best‑known consumer electronics brands, with a strong and expanding international presence. Alongside Hayati®, we continue to incubate and develop a diverse portfolio of brands—including Quokka®, Moxy®, Liora®, Finebar® and Philia®—each designed for different lifestyles, moments and markets around the world.

In 2025, PAX completed a pre‑IPO reorganisation of its corporate structure and governance framework, entering the preparation phase for a potential NASDAQ listing. PAX Group Holdings Limited leads the Group’s global governance and long‑term strategy, with operating offices across the UK, Germany and the UAE to support local markets worldwide. The Group’s exclusive Chinese mainland partner, PAX Innovations (Shenzhen) Limited, provides integrated R&D, branding, supply chain and quality management services, connecting our global brands with world‑class manufacturing capabilities.

Guided by integrity as our core value, PAX is driven by innovation, centred on users, and committed to building for the long term and sustainable development. By combining dependable products with trusted partnerships, we work alongside consumers, partners, and the broader industry to shape a credible, future‑oriented global ecosystem.