Group Financial Controller

Lean Technologies; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Fintech sector is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong qualifications like ACA, CIMA, ACCA or CPA, and proficiency in financial control frameworks. Join a dynamic team focused on revolutionizing the banking experience through seamless technology.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA, CIMA, ACCA or CPA (or equivalent).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Self-starter with ability to deliver high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial control activities including monthly reporting.
• Consolidate financial reports across group entities.
• Manage payments for suppliers, expenses, and payroll.

Skills

Financial controls frameworks

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Organization skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

ACA

CIMA

ACCA

CPA

Job description

Lean enables companies to seamlessly connect to their users' bank accounts to initiate real-time payments and retrieve their account information. Our products have garnered the trust of leading companies and enabled them to deliver powerful experiences when connected with a user s bank account, allowing users to perform prudent financial planning, get better rates on loans, transfer money to friends, and more, without compromising on privacy or security.

Some of Lean s clients include the likes of Binance, Etisalat Group, Careem, Sarwa, and many more, making it the region s most valuable Open Banking platform. The company has now processed hundreds of millions of dollars, and its products are also connected with hundreds of thousands of accounts. Lean envisions a fully inclusive financial ecosystem that serves everyone, no matter where they bank or live in the MENAP region.

Responsibilities

Overseeing all financial control activities, including the preparation and management of monthly financial reporting

Responsible for consolidating financial reports across all group entities

Managing a small team of financial controllers, accountants and outsourced bookkeepers

Develop and manage key policies - including Accounting, Travel, Expenses and Accounts Payable

Managing payments - suppliers, expenses and payroll

Supporting on Treasury Management

Preparing Tax submissions

Identifying and establishing effective processes and controls

Providing external auditors with necessary documentation and support

Required Qualifications

ACA, CIMA, ACCA or CPA qualified (or equivalent)

Understanding of financial controls frameworks

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite

Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality work

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Organization and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in a tech startup and/or leading accounting/professional services firm

Knowledge of the Fintech ecosystem in the Middle East

Experience in implementing and/or using financial software such as an ERP

NB. While we think the above experience could be important, we re keen to hear from people that believe they have valuable experience to bring to the role. If you identify with the team and mission, but not all of our requirements, then please still apply!!

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