Reporting And Consolidation Manager

Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory (ASMEF); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional work environment

Career development opportunities

Exposure to diverse business units

Senior management collaboration

Culture of professionalism

Job summary

Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory (ASMEF) is seeking a seasoned financial professional to lead group reporting, consolidation, and closing activities, ensuring IFRS-compliant consolidated statements and robust controls across the group.

You will drive coordination with subsidiaries, manage intercompany reconciliations, and oversee governance of post-closing entries while pursuing continuous improvement in reporting systems and data quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in group financial reporting and consolidation.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
• CPA, CA, ACCA or equivalent qualification is required.
• English fluency; Arabic is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office, SAP and consolidation systems.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and intercompany accounting experience.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing, reporting, and consolidation.
• Coordinate with subsidiaries to ensure timely, complete submissions.
• Review consolidated FS, management reports, and disclosures.
• Manage intercompany reconciliations, eliminations, and adjustments.
• Monitor governance over post-closing entries and controls.
• Drive improvements to closing timelines and data quality.

Skills

Financial reporting

Group consolidation

IFRS knowledge

Intercompany accounting

Leadership

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Project management

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA/CA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Consolidation systems

Job description

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Groups monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing, reporting, and consolidation processes.
• Coordinate with subsidiaries and business units to ensure timely, complete, and accurate submission of financial information.
• Prepare and review monthly and year-end consolidated financial statements, management reports, disclosures, and supporting schedules.
• Manage the Group consolidation process, including intercompany reconciliations, eliminations, consolidation adjustments, and validation of consolidated balances.
• Review subsidiary financial submissions for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and compliance with Group accounting policies.
• Perform analytical reviews of monthly and year-to-date financial results, investigate significant variances, and coordinate corrective actions with relevant entities.
• Manage the Group financial reporting calendar, including reporting deadlines, period opening and closing, and submission tracking.
• Ensure appropriate controls over post-closing adjustments and accounting entries made after reporting cut-off.
• Develop, maintain, and implement Group accounting and financial reporting policies, guidelines, and reporting instructions.
• Act as the Group focal point for IFRS matters, including assessment of new and amended accounting standards and their impact on the Groups financial statements.
• Coordinate with subsidiaries, external auditors, Internal Audit, and relevant stakeholders to ensure timely completion of interim and year-end audits.
• Follow up on and resolve financial reporting, accounting, and audit-related observations and outstanding matters.
• Ensure consistency between subsidiary financial records, consolidation systems, and Group-reported financial information.
• Maintain the Group chart of accounts, reporting structures, consolidation hierarchies, and financial reporting mappings.
• Lead the enhancement and automation of Group consolidation, financial reporting, and budgeting processes.
• Monitor and resolve reporting and consolidation system issues in coordination with IT and system support teams.
• Manage reporting and consolidation system access, authorities, and controls in line with approved governance requirements.
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to financial closing, reporting quality, submission timelines, and accuracy across Group entities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce closing timelines, minimize manual processes, and improve data quality.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and audit trails for consolidation adjustments, eliminations, and Group-level reporting entries.
• Support the Group Financial Controller with financial analysis, reporting requirements, and other Group-level financial matters.
• Lead, develop, and supervise the Reporting & Consolidation team, ensuring effective workload allocation, performance management, and capability development.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Group Financial Controller.

Role Purpose

To lead the Groups financial reporting, consolidation, and closing activities, ensuring accurate, timely, and IFRS-compliant consolidated financial information while strengthening financial controls, reporting systems, data quality, and operational efficiency across the Group.

What Were Looking For:

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Group financial reporting, financial consolidation, accounting, audit, or a similar finance role, preferably within a diversified or multi-entity organization.

Education: Bachelors degree in finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.

Professional Qualification: CPA, CA, ACCA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification is required.

Languages: Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language skills are an added advantage.

Software Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, SAP, and other accounting, financial reporting, and consolidation systems.

Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial consolidation, intercompany accounting, financial reporting, audit requirements, financial controls, and reporting systems.

Personal Attributes: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail, leadership capabilities, effective communication skills, ability to manage multiple deadlines, and a strong commitment to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Ali & Sons?

At Ali & Sons, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth. As part of one of the UAEs respected and diversified business groups, you will benefit from:

• A professional and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for learning, development, and career growth.
• Exposure to diverse business operations across a leading UAE group.
• Opportunities to work with senior management and key Group stakeholders.
• A culture that values professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Group-wide financial reporting, controls, and business performance.

Ali & Sons Holding

Our innovative and forward-thinking projects have complemented the evolution of the UAE economy. As an Emirati conglomerate, we work across a diverse range of sectors, from automotive to construction, providing innovative products and services built with advanced resources and technology. We’re always focused on the growth and well-being of our entire ecosystem striving towards giving the best customer experience.

We have partnered with some of the worlds biggest and most respected brands, including Porsche, Audi, Volkswagen, Skoda, and MG. Along the way, we have founded several of our own brands, including Amwaj Jewellery, Ali & Sons Real Estate, and Eurostar Rent-A-Car.

We’re always focused on what’s ahead. Over the next 3-4 years, we expect to grow Ali & Sons fourfold, with this growth mainly taking place in Automotive, Energy & Industrial, and Retail & Investments. Our growth plans will be accomplished through acquisitions, direct investment, adding to our value chain.

We cannot ignore the importance of the digital future, and the digitalisation of our entire group is a central part of our future growth plans. We intend to invest in digital startups, take advantage of ever-more powerful digitalisation, and invest in people, technology, and process improvements using the powerful Lean Six Sigma method. Every step of the way, our incredibly skilled workforce is the driving force behind our success, and connecting with top talent is always a priority.

In the past year alone we have partnered with MG Motor brand to become their dealer for the UAE, allowing us to open showrooms across the country and deliver entirely new experiences to our customers. We’ve also acquired Emarat Aloula Group adding facility management and EPC capabilities to our portfolio which gives us the ability to provide a complete end-to-end service for our customers.

Long-term, our goal is to be recognised as one of the most technologically advanced family-holding powerhouses in the region while maintaining and promoting our values — integrity, authenticity, and an unwavering commitment to improving our customers’ lives.