Senior Finance Manager

Foreground LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and experienced Senior Finance Manager is sought for a leading outdoor media company in the UAE. This vital role involves strategic financial leadership, budgeting, reporting, and ensuring compliance, alongside mentoring a high-performing finance team. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in finance, particularly in a senior position, and professional certifications like ACCA or CPA.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in finance.
• At least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong expertise in financial planning and regulatory compliance in the UAE.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support business objectives.
• Lead the budgeting process and provide accurate forecasts.
• Oversee preparation of financial reports including P&L statements.

Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Communication

Leadership

Cost Control

Education

ACCA

CA

CPA

CMA

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Foreground is partnering with a leading outdoor media company in the UAE to hire a dynamic and experienced Senior Finance Manager. This role is pivotal in driving financial strategy ensuring robust financial health and supporting long-term business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and implement financial strategies to support business objectives and ensure sustainable growth.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting process monitor financial performance and provide accurate forecasts to the management team.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation and presentation of timely and accurate financial reports including P&L statements balance sheets and cash flow forecasts.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with UAE VAT corporate tax regulations and other financial laws.
• Risk Management: Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies to safeguard the companys assets and profitability.
• Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing finance team mentoring and empowering them to achieve excellence.
• Cost Control: Monitor and control costs across the organization identifying areas for improvement and ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments and external stakeholders such as auditors banks and regulatory bodies.
• System and Process Optimization: Drive the adoption of advanced financial systems and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in finance with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Professional certification such as ACCA CA CPA or CMA is required.
• Strong expertise in financial planning analysis and regulatory compliance in the UAE.
• Proven experience in managing large budgets and driving cost-efficiency initiatives.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and tools including ERP systems and MS Excel.
• Background in media advertising or related industries is preferred but not mandatory.