Finance Manager Private Equity & Family Office

Metier Group; Dubai; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the private equity sector is seeking a Finance Manager who will oversee financial operations and reporting. This role requires expertise in financial accounting and investment reporting, particularly within a private equity or family office context. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and extensive experience in financial management, compliance, and multi-entity structures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in financial accounting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UAE VAT regulations.
• Experience with multi-entity structures and related-party transactions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle accounting and consolidation for all entities.
• Prepare detailed P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with local tax and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Investment Reporting

Compliance

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Oracle

Job description

Finance Manager Private Equity & Family Office

Bachelor of Commerce(Commerce), Bachelor of Business Administration(Management)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Position Overview

The Finance Manager will be responsible for the financial operations and reporting activities of a private equity fund and its affiliated operating entities. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in both accounting and investment-related reporting, ideally from a similar private capital or family office environment.

You will oversee end-to-end financial management processes including consolidation, budgeting, forecasting, VAT compliance, audit coordination, and the preparation of complex financial reports that support investment analysis and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee full-cycle accounting and consolidation for all entities within the group structure, including SPVs, holding companies, and investment vehicles.

Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes.

Prepare detailed P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements across all business units.

Track and report on group-wide cash flow positions, bank reconciliations, and investment capital allocations.

Investment Reporting & Forecasting

Collaborate with the investment and operations teams to collect inputs and prepare high-quality financial forecasts and budgeting models.

Develop investor and board-level reporting materials with insights into fund performance, capital deployment, and returns.

Maintain a robust internal control environment and provide recommendations to improve systems and processes.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

Ensure full compliance with local tax (e.g. UAE VAT) and regulatory requirements.

Liaise with auditors, legal, and tax consultants to manage year-end audits, regulatory filings, and financial due diligence.

Accurately account for related-party transactions, intercompany balances, and cross-border transfers.

Process Optimization

Introduce best practices for financial efficiency and transparency, including digital tracking, documentation, and workflow automation where feasible.

Help shape the finance function’s operating model in line with the long-term vision of the firm.

Desired Candidate Profile

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in lean environments and takes ownership of results. This is a role that combines strategic oversight with operational execution.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Minimum of 5–7 years of relevant experience in financial accounting, preferably with exposure to private equity, family office, asset management, or boutique investment firms.

Strong knowledge of IFRS, UAE VAT regulations, and financial consolidation.

Experience working with multi-entity structures and related-party transactions.

Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Oracle, or similar).

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