Finance Transactions Manager

TALENTMATE; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel industry firm in Dubai is looking for a Financial Operations Specialist. This role focuses on providing critical financial analysis and support within the finance team. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable and receivable, ensuring compliance with IFRS during audits, and championing automation initiatives. Candidates should have a relevant degree, 4–7 years of experience, and proficiency in SAP and Excel. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

International expert team

Opportunities for growth and impact

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of relevant experience in AR/AP operations.
• Strong English written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic business environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage AP and AR operations efficiently.
• Champion automation initiatives to improve processes.
• Provide insightful financial analysis to senior management.
• Ensure IFRS compliance during audits.
• Propose process improvements for efficiency.

Skills

Financial reporting and analysis

Accounts payable management

Accounts receivable management

Technical accounting principles

Excel proficiency

SAP experience

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Multitasking abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business administration

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

About WebBeds

Launched in 2013, WebBeds is a global marketplace for the travel trade, providing powerful distribution solutions that make selling and buying travel products easier. It sources accommodation and destination services from travel suppliers, aggregates and merchandises that content in the WebBeds platform, then distributes it to its global network of travel trade buyers, who sell to the travelling public.

Job Description

As a Financial Operations Specialist you will hold the primary objective of furnishing invaluable financial analysis and support to WebBeds Senior Finance and Commercial Management reporting to the MEA Financial Controller and with a dotted line connection to the Global Credit Control and Credit Risk Director. Your focus will be providing insightful financial assistance concerning the AP and AR ledgers for the Group, contributing to informed decision‑making. Integral tasks involve ensuring consistent treatment of AP and AR metrics across all Group ledgers, generating standardized reports, critically evaluating debt and creditor reports, and conducting value‑add analysis to support management decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Understanding of day‑to‑day finance operations, specifically accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Champion automation and digital transformation initiatives to reduce manual dependencies and improve reporting timelines.
• Ensure monthly, half‑year, and annual operational finance closing and reports for senior leadership.
• Work closely with internal and external auditors to support annual audits and ensure IFRS compliance. Ensure internal controls are implemented and followed.
• Update ECL matrix as at half‑year and year‑end to ensure IFRS compliance and calculation of any other provisions related to O2C and P2P balances and processes.
• Propose O2C and P2P process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Generate reconciliations that bridge the gap between reported aged debtors and creditors figures with the Trial Balance and accounts, demonstrating a dedicated and systematic approach to reconciliation and reinforcing the value of accountability.
• Review DSO and DPO calculations for the company and align these metrics with locally sourced regional data, fostering a culture centered around analytics‑driven decision‑making and innovation.
• Offer insightful analysis across platforms, regions, destinations, and supply/sales channel categories, contributing to ongoing advancement and mitigating risk.
• Act as a point of contact for any queries with other finance teams, specifically with O2C and P2C teams, promoting open communication and collaboration.
• Serve as liaison with WebBeds auditors and provide them the necessary information in a timely manner regarding Trade debtors and Trade creditors balances and its analysis, showcasing a commitment to compliance and professionalism. Support O2C and P2P in the external audits.
• Oversee the Customers and Suppliers ORC process, accruals accounting procedure, P&L analysis, payments, and accruals balance reconciliation, showcasing a diligent work ethic focused on attention to detail.
• Account for Reciprocals and MOR balance sheet reclassification, embodying compliance with accounting standards and showcasing attention to even the smallest mistakes.
• Coordinate and represent on various accounting projects in collaboration with other teams such as Digitalization, Automation, etc.

The skills we would love to see in your suitcase

• 4–7 years of relevant experience, with at least 2‑3 years managing AR/AP operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related discipline.
• Solid grasp of technical accounting principles.
• Proficiency in utilizing a structured ERP system, preferably SAP.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerBi.
• Exceptional ability in financial reporting and analysis.
• High level of judgement and discretion.
• Proven aptitude for cultivating positive relationships and engaging individuals across all organizational tiers.
• Highly adaptable to a dynamic business environment.
• Highly motivated with a methodical approach to resolving emerging challenges.
• Keen problem‑solving skills coupled with meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective and professional communication skills, both written and oral.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong multitasking abilities, skilled in prioritization and meeting deadlines.
• Proficient at fostering collaborative relationships with other business sectors, thriving in a team‑oriented setting.

Why choose us as your next destination

• International highly skilled group of experts from all around the globe 🌎
• Dynamic environment with the chance to grow, influence & impact change ⚡
• Disruptive, fast‑growing market leader within travel & endless possibilities 💼
• Culture built on collaboration 🤝, empowerment and innovation 💡

Find out more about the WebBeds business at www.webbeds.com.