Finance Manager- Accounts Receivable - Dubai Holding Land Estates

Dubai Holding; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate organization in Dubai seeks a Finance Manager - Accounts Receivable to ensure timely collection and accurate management of invoices. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in finance, 4-6 years of experience in related fields, and strong knowledge of IFRS. A comprehensive benefits package is included.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience with at least 2 years in a senior role in Accounts Payable & Receivable.
• Strong IFRS Knowledge and VAT Compliance.
• Hands-on accounting experience in Real Estate or Construction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the company’s receivables function to ensure timely collection of outstanding invoices.
• Prepare and review monthly management dashboards and financial reports.
• Lead audit activities and ensure compliance with internal and external standards.

Skills

Thorough understanding of IFRS and accounting

Attention to detail

Strong team orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance/Accounts

Professional Accounting Qualification (Chartered Accountant, ACCA, CPA, etc.)

Tools

Oracle Financials

Salesforce

Yardi

Job description

About Dubai Holding Land Estates

Dubai Holding Land Estates oversees a diverse land portfolio strategically located across Dubai’s most sought-after areas. With convenient access to major highways, nearby amenities, and flexible land use options, investors are presented with unique opportunities for development and growth.

Through the centralization of Dubai Holding’s land bank, Dubai Holding Land Estates focuses on large‑scale master plans, ensuring alignment with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, whilst also supporting the business’s commitment to sustainable urban development and strategic land portfolio management.

An opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager- Accounts Receivable to join Dubai Holding Land Estate. The main duties and responsibilities of this role are mentioned below:

The Manager – Accounts Receivable is responsible for overseeing the company’s receivables function to ensure timely collection of outstanding invoices, accurate recording of transactions, strong credit control, and effective customer relationship management. This role ensures optimal cash flow, reduces financial risk, and supports the overall financial health of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the processing of invoices, timely collection of payments, month‑end and year‑end closing, ensuring all billings and journals are posted by working closely with internal stakeholders and external stakeholders on billing matters.
• Scrutinize all AR balances as they appear in GL and that monthly schedules, reconciliation statements are prepared to ensure all outstanding items have been cleared timely to effectively close monthly AR books.
• Lead the financial year‑end and ad hoc audit activities by contributing information towards strategic planning and reviews, as well as implementing quality productivity to ensure that Internal and external audit requirements and customer‑service standards are met.
• Develop, implement and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for AR transaction processing activities for efficient and effective financial operations.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly management dashboards, statistical reporting and submissions, Ad‑hoc forecasting, Financial and AML treasury reports and RERA escrow audits for all BTS projects on monthly, quarterly and/or annually as required to support decision‑making and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Implement operational efficiencies and control measures by ensuring high‑quality invoicing and collection procedures that comply with the law by staying updated on industry and legislative changes.
• Review balance sheet schedules for AR operations and reconcile cash collections from AR to GL, prepare aging reports, provisions and debtors aging analysis and ensure that the differences with Salesforce are mapped to provide ageing report to collections team.
• Develop and maintain transparent reporting of issues, communication of actions taken and elevation where appropriate to ensure stakeholders are informed and updated on relevant issues and resolutions.
• Put a process in place to ensure verification of internal and external broker commissions, Revenue recognition and its revisions, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Follow up on the non‑sales corporate billings to DH verticals and external parties.

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in finance/Accounts; Master’s degree preferred
• Professional Accounting Qualification (Chartered Accountant, ACCA, CPA, etc.)

Minimum Experience (number of years)

• 4‑6 years’ experience with at least 2 years’ experience in a senior role in Accounts Payable & Receivable function in Oracle Financials or similar ERP System
• Strong IFRS Knowledge, VAT Compliance, hands‑on accounting and accounts payable & receivable experience in related industry (Real Estate or Construction).

Job Specific Skills

• Thorough understanding of IFRS and accounting
• Understanding of the RERA TAS and Escrow payment mechanisms
• Working knowledge of ERPs and Accounting systems (knowledge of Oracle, Salesforce and Yardi is preferred)
• Attention to detail and able to work in a non‑structured environment.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced environment with multiple deadlines.
• Strong team orientation, exceptional work ethic.
• Familiarity with best practices related to procure‑pay, bill‑to‑collect and project accounting
• Ability to summarize and present data in concise and accurate manner

About the Benefits

At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well‑being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.