Senior Finance Manager

Duncan & Ross Consulting; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead and manage finance functions across multi-entity operations in the UAE and other regions. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of finance experience, including significant time in the GCC. Responsibilities include overseeing accounting, financial planning, and compliance with international standards. Professional certification and strong knowledge of ERP systems are required to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• 15 years of finance experience, including 3-5 years in the GCC region.
• Proven expertise in IFRS, taxation, transfer pricing, treasury, and FX.
• Strong background in multi-entity finance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Finance function across multi-entity operations.
• Oversee accounting, reporting, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Drive audits, taxation, treasury, FX, and risk management activities.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Professional certification (CPA, CA, ACCA, or CMA)

MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Dynamics

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Finance function across multi-entity operations (UAE, KSA, Qatar, India, USA).
• Oversee accounting, reporting, budgeting, and financial planning to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Drive audits, taxation, treasury, FX, and risk management activities with zero delays or penalties.
• Manage cash flow, collections, payables, and credit control to maintain strong working capital.
• Implement ERP and finance automation processes to streamline reporting and enhance decision-making.
• Partner with leadership on strategic planning, cost optimization, and business growth initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, VAT, ESR, UBO, ZATCA, and other statutory obligations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop finance teams while promoting collaboration and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional certification (CPA, CA, ACCA, or CMA) mandatory; MBA preferred.
• 15 years of finance experience, including 3-5 years in the GCC region.

Knowledge & Experience

• Proven expertise in IFRS (especially IFRS 15), taxation, transfer pricing, treasury, and FX.
• Strong background in multi-entity finance management and international compliance.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics) and advanced Excel/Power BI.
• Demonstrated leadership, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.

Education & Training

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• Ongoing professional development in international tax, audit, and financial governance.
• Continuous training in ERP and digital finance systems.