Strategic Finance Controller & Compliance Lead

Client of Aventus Global Talent; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Aventus Global Talent is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead financial reporting, accounting, budgeting, planning and compliance for the business. You will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information and provide management with meaningful analysis to support strategic decisions.

The role encompasses IFRS compliance, VAT and taxation oversight, month-end and year-end closes, and the development of robust internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CA or equivalent.
• 8+ years of relevant finance and accounting experience.
• Strong IFRS knowledge, taxation, budgeting, financial reporting and controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting and close processes.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis to support business decisions.
• Ensure VAT and regulatory tax compliance and coordinate with regulators and auditors.
• Provide senior management with high-quality management reports and financial insights.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

IFRS compliance

VAT taxation

Financial controls

Management reporting

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/ACCA/CA or equivalent

Job description

Client of Aventus Global Talent is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead financial reporting, accounting, budgeting, planning and compliance for the business. You will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information and provide management with meaningful analysis to support strategic decisions.

The role encompasses IFRS compliance, VAT and taxation oversight, month-end and year-end closes, and the development of robust internal controls.