Senior Financial Controller

Client of Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a Senior Controller in Dubai for a manufacturing group. You will prepare and analyse financial statements, lead a 10-person team, and oversee multi-entity consolidations and budgeting.

The role emphasizes internal controls, audit coordination, risk management, and performance insights to guide senior management decisions. UAE-based candidate with Africa experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Multi-entity and territory experience.
• Strong leadership and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial statements and reports
• Manage a team of 10
• Look after multi entity and group consolidation
• Develop and oversee budgeting and forecasting processes
• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and standards
• Monitor and enhance internal controls and financial policies
• Support decision-making with financial insights and data analysis
• Coordinate with auditors and manage audit processes
• Manage financial risks and implement mitigation strategies

Skills

Team leadership

Africa experience

Strong analytical skills

Financial reporting knowledge

Financial software proficiency

Communication abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA/ACCA advantageous

Tools

ERP systems

Excel advanced

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial statements and reports
• Manage a team of 10
• Look after multi entity and group consolidation
• Develop and oversee budgeting and forecasting processes
• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and standards
• Monitor and enhance internal controls and financial policies
• Support decision-making with financial insights and data analysis
• Coordinate with auditors and manage audit processes
• Manage financial risks and implement mitigation strategies

A successful Senior Controller should have:

Qualifications

• A degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• A strong background in accounting and finance within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Multi entity and territory experience
• Experience managing large teams
• Experience in Africa is a MUST
• Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, or equivalent are advantageous.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulations.
• Proven experience in managing financial operations within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.
• Effective leadership and communication abilities.