META Regional Process & Projects Manager

Hilti (Canada) Corporation; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a finance leader for their META organization. This role focuses on driving process excellence and compliance while leading regional initiatives tied to SAP enhancements. An ideal candidate will have a structured and analytical mindset, strong English communication skills, and the ability to manage cross-functional projects.

Qualifications

• Experience managing internal controls, audits, or process governance.
• Familiarity with SAP and strong process/systems orientation.
• Experience in international and matrix organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve key finance processes like audit preparedness and risk mitigation.
• Manage regional initiatives tied to SAP enhancements like VAT compliance.
• Coordinate collaboration across departments to improve communication.

Skills

Strong English communication

Stakeholder management

Operational rigor

Systems thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

SAP

Job description

What's the Role?

This regional finance role focuses on driving process excellence, system improvements, and internal compliance across the META organization. In close collaboration with market teams and cross-functional stakeholders, you will lead strategic initiatives that strengthen governance, enhance efficiency, and ensure readiness for internal and external audits. You will also provide guidance to a regional community of finance professionals, fostering best practice sharing and process consistency.

The role requires a balanced skillset—combining operational rigor, systems thinking, and stakeholder engagement—to deliver impact across multiple dimensions of Finance, including controls, compliance, and customer-facing processes.

What does the role involve?

You will lead and improve key finance processes across markets, including internal control execution, audit preparedness, and risk mitigation. You will manage regional initiatives tied to SAP enhancements such as VAT/e-billing compliance and revenue recognition. In addition, you will coordinate structured collaboration across departments (Finance, Sales, Customer Service) to improve communication and unblock operational bottlenecks.

You will also serve as a regional hub for knowledge-sharing, ensuring consistency in financial execution and alignment with global standards.

What you need is:

• Strong English communication and stakeholder management skills
• Track record of delivering results through cross-functional collaboration
• Experience in managing internal controls, audits, or process governance
• Familiarity with SAP and a strong process/systems orientation
• Experience working in international and matrix organizations

Why should you apply?

We're looking for a forward-thinking finance leader who:

• Brings a structured and analytical mindset, with the ability to identify risks and opportunities across complex systems and teams
• Can manage cross-functional projects and align diverse stakeholders toward shared goals
• Has strong affinity for systems (e.g., SAP) and embraces digitalization and automation to improve processes
• Communicates clearly across levels and functions, and adapts quickly in dynamic environments
• Builds capable teams, develops talent, and contributes to a culture of continuous improvement and shared success

What do we offer?

Show us what you’re made of and we’ll offer you opportunities to move around the business – to work abroad, experience different job functions and tackle different markets. It’s a great way to find the right match for your ambitions and achieve the exciting career you’re after.