Manager FP&A and Revenue

Mercans; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational financial services firm in Dubai is looking for a Finance Manager to oversee financial planning and analysis, accounts receivable, and cash management functions. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in finance, especially within SaaS firms, and will lead a team to optimize financial processes. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required, with a Master's or CPA preferred. This full-time role offers a strategic partnership with the CFO.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in accounting or finance, with 5 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in a multinational SaaS company required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards (IFRS).

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and analysis with a focus on SaaS metrics.
• Oversee accounts receivable functions and ensure timely invoicing.
• Manage treasury activities and multi-currency transactions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cash flow management

SaaS metrics

Accounts receivable management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree or CPA

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

The Finance Manager for FP&A and Revenue acts as a key strategic partner to the CFO responsible for driving financial planning forecasting and in-depth analysis for the company. This role focuses on forward-looking financial activities that support strategic growth. The manager will lead the accounts receivable treasury and revenue recognition functions ensuring the effective management of recurring revenue streams multi-currency transactions and SaaS revenue recognition standards. This position is critical for providing insights into business performance optimizing cash flow and partnering with global departments to align on financial goals.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead the preparation of the company\'s annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts incorporating SaaS-specific metrics.
• Collaborate closely with global department heads to align financial goals and manage variances.
• Provide in-depth financial analysis to support strategic decision-making with a focus on key SaaS metrics such as ARR MRR and churn rates.
• Analyze financial trends variances and performance metrics across different regions.

Revenue & Accounts Receivable (AR) Management

• Oversee client contract management by reviewing financial terms and conditions to ensure alignment with company policies and compliance with customer contracts.
• Oversee the complete end-to-end accounts receivable function which includes billing collections and the reconciliation of customer accounts.
• Ensure all invoices are issued in a timely and accurate manner.
• Proactively manage the AR aging process to reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and mitigate risks associated with collections.
• Provide senior management with detailed AR reports aging summaries and projections for cash flow.
• Develop and execute effective strategies for collection to improve cash flow and reduce the amount of overdue receivables.

Treasury and Cash Management

• Oversee Treasury department activities to ensure effective multinational cash flow management currency risk mitigation and liquidity.
• Manage multi-currency transactions and mitigate risks associated with evolving regulatory landscapes.
• Lead the daily and monthly reconciliation of all corporate bank accounts ensuring financial records are accurate.
• Supervise the reconciliation of client deposits and funds ensuring all transactions are properly documented and compliant with contractual obligations.
• Develop and maintain short-term cash flow forecasts and provide detailed cash flow projections to senior management.
• Investigate and resolve any payment discrepancies or misallocations.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with banking partners to optimize services and operational efficiency.

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

• Lead mentor and manage the finance team.
• Continuously assess and improve financial processes and systems to increase efficiency accuracy and scalability.
• Implement best practices and technologies for financial operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field; a Masters degree or CPA is preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting or finance with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Demonstrated experience within a multinational SaaS company is required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles financial regulations and financial reporting standards (IFRS).
• Advanced proficiency in ERP software specifically NetSuite.

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• Employment Type : Full Time
• Experience : years
• Vacancy : 1