Group Financial Controller

Valkyrie People Consulting; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is looking for a Group Financial Controller to manage financial operations in Abu Dhabi. The position requires a highly skilled individual who can oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting across multiple entities while ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The right candidate will possess strategic thinking abilities, leadership skills, and extensive experience in financial management within the manufacturing sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to drive financial performance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; a professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA) is preferred.
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role in a group or multi-entity structure.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and tax laws in the UAE.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations of the group including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Lead financial planning and analysis to support business growth.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Financial regulations knowledge

Communication skills

Education

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

Professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA)

Tools

Financial consolidation and reporting systems

Job description

Job Title

Group Financial Controller

Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Industry

Manufacturing

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Group Financial Controller to oversee the financial operations of our manufacturing group in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial planning, reporting, and analysis across multiple entities, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and driving financial performance. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership abilities and deep expertise in financial management within the manufacturing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial operations of the group, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Lead financial planning and analysis to support business growth and decision-making.
• Manage the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors.
• Develop and implement internal controls to ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity management across the group.
• Provide strategic financial insights to the executive team to support long-term planning.
• Ensure tax compliance and manage the relationship with tax authorities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to improve overall performance.
• Manage risk, including currency, credit, and market risks, to protect the company’s financial health.
• Drive improvements in financial processes and systems to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA) is preferred.
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role in a group or multi-entity structure, ideally within the manufacturing sector.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and tax laws in the UAE.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
• Experience with financial consolidation and reporting systems.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.