Manager Accounting and Control

Investment and Development Office (IDO) - Ras Al Khaimah; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment organization is seeking a Manager – Accounting & Control to drive financial excellence. The role entails managing IFRS-compliant policies, overseeing financial reporting, and leading budget preparations. The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years of relevant experience along with strong technical and analytical skills. Attractive salary package and family benefits offered, alongside opportunities for remote work and professional growth.

Benefits

Attractive Salary Package

Family Benefits including air ticket allowance

Worldwide Health Coverage

Remote Working Opportunities

Collaborative and Innovative Work Culture

Professional Development and Career Growth

Exposure to Global Financial Operations and Strategy

Qualifications

• 8–10 years in a large conglomerate, PE, SWF, or Big 4.
• Strong IFRS expertise and practical implementation.
• Experience in team management and complex transaction advisory.

Responsibilities

• Publish standalone and consolidated financials for IDO.
• Lead budget preparation and alignment with strategic goals.
• Prepare quarterly and annual consolidated financials.

Skills

IFRS expertise

Team management

Communication

Analytical skills

SAP/Oracle proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting & Finance

CA, ACCA, or CPA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Office

Job description

Are you a strategic finance leader with deep expertise in IFRS, consolidation, and governance? Join our dynamic team as a Manager – Accounting & Control, where you'll drive financial excellence across a diverse IDO Group portfolio.

Job Purpose:

As a key member of the Finance division, you will be responsible for:

• Financials: Publishing standalone and consolidated financials for IDO and its group entities.
• Budgeting: Preparing and analyzing departmental budgets for IDO and its subsidiaries.
• Reporting: Delivering timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financials in compliance with IFRS and internal policies.
• Policies & Procedures: Enhancing processes to align with IDO’s governance framework.
• Taxation: Establishing and managing direct and indirect tax processes, including Corporate Tax and VAT.
• Compliance: Ensuring financial and taxation compliance across IDO.
• ERP Optimization: Standardizing and maximizing ERP utilization across the group.
• Training & Support: Leading process improvement initiatives and training the team on new reporting requirements.
• FP&A Collaboration: Supporting the Accounting & Control and FP&A functions across IDO Group.

Core Responsibilities:

Accounting & Control:

• Design and implement IFRS-compliant policies and procedures.
• Oversee financial closing, audit coordination, and reporting accuracy.
• Ensure intercompany reconciliations and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Manage valuation, derivative accounting, and document repository.
• Optimize ERP usage and master data integrity.
• Oversee treasury and payroll compliance.

Budget:

• Lead budget preparation and alignment with strategic goals.
• Validate departmental inputs and monitor ERP budget integration.
• Deliver monthly variance analysis and reporting.

Consolidation:

• Prepare quarterly and annual consolidated financials.
• Coordinate with holding companies and ensure audit completion.
• Guide subsidiaries on consolidation standards and fair value assessments.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on IFRS and tax law changes.
• Drive automation and database management initiatives.

Team Management:

• Lead and develop the Accounting & Control team.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and IFRS training.
• Ensure timely delivery of team responsibilities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting & Finance.
• CA, ACCA, or CPA from a recognized institution.
• 8–10 years in a large conglomerate, PE, SWF, or Big 4.
• Strong IFRS expertise and practical implementation.
• Experience in team management and complex transaction advisory.
• Proficiency in SAP/Oracle preferred.

Additional Skills:

• Strong technical accounting background.
• Project management and deadline-driven mindset.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Advanced MS Office proficiency.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and influence outcomes.

Why Join Us?

At IDO, we offer more than just a job, we offer a career path with purpose and impact. Here’s what you can expect:

• Attractive Salary Package
• Family Benefits including air ticket allowance
• Worldwide Health Coverage
• Remote Working Opportunities
• A Collaborative and Innovative Work Culture
• Professional Development and Career Growth
• Exposure to Global Financial Operations and Strategy