Finance Manager Middle East

Mercuri Urval; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the highly automated industrial laundry sector is seeking a Financial Manager to establish and develop its finance function in Dubai. This role demands a strategic thinker with 10 years of experience to oversee financial health, compliance, and operational success. The manager will contribute to the local management team while shaping financial processes and reporting.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Annual bonus potential based on performance

Flexible working conditions

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in financial management, controlling, or accounting.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations (UAE preferred).
• Excellent English and Arabic language skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely accounting and financial reporting for Middle East entity.
• Develop financial policies and internal controls in line with group standards.
• Monitor budgets, expenses, and cash flow to ensure financial targets are met.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Financial analysis

Education

University degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

MS Dynamics AX

D365

Cognos

Job description

We are representing a global leader in highly automated equipment for the industrial laundry sector, currently expanding its sales and service operations in the Middle East. To support this growth, our client is creating a new position for a Financial Manager based in Dubai.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a multi-faceted finance role that combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution. As first finance hire in the region, the selected will build the local finance function, manage day-to-day operations, and shape financial processes that will scale with our growing business.

The selected candidate will serve as a key member of the local management team, overseeing the financial health and operational success of the organization. Focus will range from daily accounting and compliance to financial analysis, planning, and reporting. Area of responsibility will be to establish, drive and develop the finance function, and the finance manager will have extensive interaction with the company's sales, service, and spare parts departments.

The position requires a good and broad understanding of accounting and financial management as well as local compliance rules, which, in addition to daily accounting tasks, also include a part project follow-up.

Your Key Responsibilities

· Ensure accurate and timely accounting and financial reporting for Middle East entity.

· Develop and implement financial policies and internal controls in line with group standards and local compliance.

· Prepare quarterly and annual closings, monthly management reports, forecasts, and financial statements.

· Monitor budgets, expenses, and cash flow to ensure financial targets are met.

· Conduct financial analysis and scenario planning to support strategic business decisions.

· Provide insights on project performance (including work-in-progress reviews).

· Actively contribute to monthly management meetings and regional reporting.

· Serve as the point of contact for internal and external audits.

· Manage payment terms and follow up with clients on outstanding receivables.

· Report on ESG-related financial data.

· Oversee local HR-related processes, including payroll and onboarding (in coordination with superiors).

· Support financial aspects of operational and strategic projects.

· Maintain relationships with local banks and financial institutions.

· Provide financial guidance to other departments and stay current with trends in finance and business regulation.

Your Profile

· University degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

· Minimum 10 years of experience in financial management, controlling, or accounting.

· Solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and tax laws (UAE preferred).

· Proficient in ERP systems (ideally MS Dynamics AX and/or D365) and business intelligence tools (e.g. Cognos).

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an eye for detail.

· Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet tight deadlines.

· Excellent English and Arabic language skills; additional languages are a plus.

· Communicative, hands-on, and highly self-motivated.

· Valid UAE work authorization required (sponsorship not available)

· Leadership potential and interest in growing with the role.

What the opportunity offer

· A unique chance to shape a new role in an entrepreneurial, international setting.

· A very broad role covering different aspects of finance;

· Fantastic opportunities for a born multi-tasker with a positive mindset;

· Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package

· Annual bonus potential based on personal and company performance.

· Flexible working conditions with a sensible travel load.

· Opportunities for career growth, including leadership development as the regional business expands.

· Membership in global task forces and peer groups, offering exposure to strategic projects and international colleagues.

· Access to training and development through our corporate learning platform and external partners.

· A company culture that values trust, ownership, and continuous learning.

If you are a finance professional who enjoys combining strategic thinking with practical execution, and if you want to contribute to a more efficient and sustainable future, then we would love to hear from you!