Finance Manager

Expertise Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dubai seeks a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, maintain compliance, and prepare reporting. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in finance, strong analytical skills, and be fluent in English. This role offers the opportunity to deeply engage with financial activities while ensuring adherence to UAE regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years in financial reporting and budgeting.
• 2 years of experience in a similar financial role.
• Hands-on experience with UAE VAT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Take an active role in financial operations and oversee daily transactions.
• Prepare and submit monthly financial reports to management.
• Conduct budget reviews and manage cash flow.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Cash flow management

UAE taxation

Leadership

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

• Take an active hands-on role in daily financial operations including reviewing transactions reports and processes directly not solely through team delegation
  
• Oversee and maintain accurate financial records in compliance with internal policies and UAE regulations
  
• Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies and procedures
  
• Proactively identify financial issues and provide written recommendations to local and regional stakeholders
  
• Prepare and submit accurate monthly financial reports to local and regional management
  
• Analyze financial results in coordination with the Managing Director and report key findings and variances to the Group Finance team
  
• Monitor and manage cash flow ensuring operational efficiency
  
• Conduct quarterly budget reviews identifying and reporting variances to management and the Group Finance team
  
• Track and manage receivables and payables escalating problem areas when necessary
  
• Review and approve daily financial transactions ensuring documentation is complete and compliant
  
• Review and ensure timely submission of VAT filings and other tax obligations in accordance with UAE laws
  
• Respond promptly to ad hoc financial reporting requests from Group Finance
  
• Ensure that all documents and reports are properly signed dated and archived as per internal controls and audit requirements
  

Requirements

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting Finance or a related field
  
• Financial certifications (e.g. CPA CMA ACCA) are a plus
  
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial reporting budgeting and cash flow management
  
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role (Finance Manager Financial Controller etc.)
  
• Hands-on experience with UAE taxation VAT regulations and financial compliance
  
• Must be currently residing in the UAE
  
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus
  
• Must be hands-on with a strong willingness to be directly involved in day-to-day financial operations not just manage from a distance
  
• Experience in the advertising media or marketing industry is a plus
  
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and support financial teams
  
• Proven ability to analyze financial results identify variances and provide actionable recommendations
  
• Strong knowledge of receivables payables and daily financial transactions
  
• Familiarity with internal controls financial policies and procedures
  
• Ability to prepare and present financial reports to senior management
  
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
  
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment