Head of Finance

Alkady Cars; Dubai Emirate; On-site; AED 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Alkady Cars FZE in Dubai invites an experienced Finance & Accounts Manager to lead the company’s accounting and financial operations and report directly to the CEO. Based in Ras Al Khor, the role covers VAT, corporate tax, budgeting, cash flow, audits, and internal controls, delivering timely reports and strategic insights to support decision-making.

The ideal candidate has a UAE-based accounting/finance degree, at least ten years of UAE experience, and ACCA/CMA/CPA or equivalent qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum ten years UAE accounting/finance experience.
• Experience as Accounts Manager or senior finance role.
• Proven UAE VAT and Corporate Tax filing experience.
• Strong liaison with UAE banks and external auditors.
• Fluent English; Arabic a plus; UAE driving licence advantageous.
• Based in UAE; ACCA/CMA/CPA/CA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the company’s finance and accounting department.
• Supervise the accounting team and review all financial transactions and accounting entries.
• Establish accounting policies, approval procedures, internal controls, and a clear chart of accounts.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing.
• Prepare and review profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash-flow statements, and management reports.
• Prepare annual budgets, financial forecasts, cash-flow projections, and variance analysis.
• Provide regular reports to the CEO covering liquidity, profitability, liabilities, receivables, payables, and financial risks.
• Monitor working capital and ensure sufficient liquidity for operational commitments.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Problem solving

Attention to detail

English language

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional qualification: ACCA/CMA/CPA/CA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

WE ARE HIRING: FINANCE & ACCOUNTS MANAGER

Alkady Cars FZE is looking for a highly experienced Finance & Accounts Manager to take full responsibility for the company’s accounting and financial operations and report directly to the CEO.

Location: Ras Al Khor, Dubai

Working Hours: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Working Days: Six days per week, with one weekly day off

Salary: AED 8,000–10,000, depending on UAE experience, qualifications, professional certifications, leadership ability, and additional skills

Key Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the company’s finance and accounting department.
• Supervise the accounting team and review all financial transactions and accounting entries.
• Establish accounting policies, approval procedures, internal controls, and a clear chart of accounts.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing.
• Prepare and review profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash-flow statements, and management reports.
• Prepare annual budgets, financial forecasts, cash-flow projections, and variance analysis.
• Provide regular reports to the CEO covering liquidity, profitability, liabilities, receivables, payables, and financial risks.
• Monitor working capital and ensure sufficient liquidity for operational commitments.
• Control customer advances, supplier balances, outstanding collections, payments, and refund obligations.
• Review inventory costs, operating expenses, transaction profitability, and departmental performance.
• Manage company bank accounts, transfers, payment approvals, reconciliations, and banking documentation.
• Deal directly with UAE banks regarding KYC reviews, compliance requirements, banking facilities, guarantees, and other financial matters.
• Manage UAE VAT return preparation, review, and submission.
• Manage UAE Corporate Tax calculations, returns, adjustments, and compliance deadlines.
• Handle FTA enquiries, tax reviews, and audits when required.
• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare complete audit schedules and supporting documents.
• Ensure financial records comply with applicable UAE regulations and accounting standards.
• Oversee payroll, employee settlements, fixed assets, inventory accounting, and financial documentation.
• Improve accounting systems, reporting procedures, management dashboards, and document controls.
• Identify financial risks, control weaknesses, unusual transactions, or possible fraud and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all financial, banking, customer, supplier, and company information.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum ten years of accounting and finance experience within the UAE.
• Proven experience as an Accounts Manager, Finance Manager, Chief Accountant, or in a comparable senior position.
• Extensive hands‑on experience with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax preparation, review, and submission.
• Strong experience dealing directly with UAE banks, external auditors, tax consultants, and the Federal Tax Authority.
• Strong knowledge of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow management, working capital, and internal controls.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory accounting, payroll, and general ledger management.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong experience with accounting or ERP systems.
• Proven ability to establish and manage an accounting department and supervise employees.
• Strong analytical, leadership, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• High standards of integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and accuracy.
• English is mandatory.
• Arabic is an advantage.
• A valid UAE driving licence is an advantage.
• ACCA, CMA, CPA, CA, or an equivalent professional qualification is highly preferred.
• Candidates must currently be based in the UAE.

When applying, please mention:

• Total years of UAE accounting and finance experience.
• Current or most recent job title.
• Size of the accounting team previously managed.
• VAT and Corporate Tax filing experience.
• Experience dealing with UAE banks and external auditors.
• Current location and visa status.
• Notice period.
• Current and expected salary.