Senior Financial Controller - Education & Campus Finance

Sharjah Education Academy; Sharjah; On-site; AED 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UAE is seeking a Senior Financial Controller to bring 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience to their team. The role requires expertise in budgeting, financial reporting, and strong communications skills. The ideal candidate will be a proven finance leader with a proactive approach to managing compliance and controls within an academic environment. Fluency in both Arabic and English is essential, alongside a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and a professional accounting qualification.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• 3–5 years at senior or supervisory level.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop finance teams.
• Ensure compliance with education authority regulations.
• Prepare management accounts and statutory financial statements.

Skills

Financial management

Accounting standards (IFRS)

Budgeting and financial reporting

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

MS Office

Job description

A leading educational institution in the UAE is seeking a Senior Financial Controller to bring 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience to their team. The role requires expertise in budgeting, financial reporting, and strong communications skills. The ideal candidate will be a proven finance leader with a proactive approach to managing compliance and controls within an academic environment. Fluency in both Arabic and English is essential, alongside a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and a professional accounting qualification.