Finance Manager

Virtual Key; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dubai seeks a Finance Manager to oversee financial reporting, compliance, and tax obligations. Responsibilities include managing the finance team, preparing reports, and ensuring adherence to UAE regulations. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and professional certifications with at least 2 years of experience in a similar role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Professional certification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CMA) is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of UAE experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of financial reports in line with IFRS.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Supervise the finance and accounts team.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Reconciliations

Data Analysis

Team Leadership

Excellent Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

ERP/SAP/Zoh0/Tally/QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in line with IFRS and internal policies.
Generate management reports, including Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets, Cash Flow Statements, and variance analysis.
Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure timely delivery of reconciliations and adjustments.
Prepare group-level consolidated reports, ensuring accurate capture of financial data from all entities.
Support the CFO with board reports, budget vs. actual reports, and ad hoc financial analysis for strategic decisions.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to identify areas for improvement.
Oversee timely Corporate Tax and VAT filing in compliance with UAE regulations.
Maintain accurate tax records and coordinate with external advisors or tax consultants as needed.
E nsure compliance with statutory and internal requirements on time.
Stay up-to-date with changes in UAE tax laws and their impact on the business.
Manage month-end reconciliations, including bank, intercompany, receivables, payables, and accruals.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in account balances or financial data.
Strengthen internal controls and processes to reduce errors and improve efficiency.
Lead and supervise the finance and accounts team to ensure accurate day-to-day operations.
Assign tasks, review performance, and support team development through regular feedback and training.
Serve as a bridge between finance and other departments to facilitate cross-functional collaboration.
Coordinate with external auditors during audits and ensure all audit requirements are met.
Address queries raised during the audit process and ensure smooth closure.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master's preferred).
Professional certification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, or CMA (preferred).
Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role in the UAE, preferably in a group or multi-entity setup.
In-depth understanding of UAE Corporate Tax and VAT laws.
Strong expertise in financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end processes.
Experience using accounting systems (ERP/SAP/Zoho/Tally/QuickBooks).
Proficient in Excel, data analysis, and report automation.
Excellent communication, team leadership, and organizational skills.

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