Senior Financial Controller - Fintech & Growth

Client of Aventus Global Talent; Dubai; On-site; AED 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Aventus Global Talent is seeking an experienced Financial Controller in Dubai to lead financial operations, ensure timely reporting, and maintain strict controls. The role requires hands-on leadership, deep IFRS knowledge, and strong collaboration with tax and audit functions.

You will oversee cash management, statutory reporting, budgeting, and strategic planning in a fast-paced fintech environment, driving efficiency and accuracy across the finance function.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years in finance and accounting with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in fintech, financial services, technology, or fast-growing environments is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, UAE VAT, taxation, financial reporting and controls.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including AP, AR, cash management and bank reconciliations.
• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS and UAE regulations.
• Oversee VAT filings and regulatory financial reporting in the UAE; manage relationships with tax advisers and auditors.
• Develop and monitor rolling budgets and financial forecasts; provide variance analysis to senior management.
• Establish and maintain robust internal controls and risk management processes.
• Drive financial systems improvements and process automation in collaboration with IT.

Skills

Leadership

Financial modelling

IFRS

Regulatory reporting

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA / CMA / ACCA / CA or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Accounting software

Job description

Client of Aventus Global Talent is seeking an experienced Financial Controller in Dubai to lead financial operations, ensure timely reporting, and maintain strict controls. The role requires hands-on leadership, deep IFRS knowledge, and strong collaboration with tax and audit functions.

You will oversee cash management, statutory reporting, budgeting, and strategic planning in a fast-paced fintech environment, driving efficiency and accuracy across the finance function.