Strategic Finance Controller - Growth, Forecasting & Controls

Marina Home Interiors; Dubai; On-site; AED 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Marina Home Interiors seeks a Finance Controller to lead the finance function and partner with the Board to drive financial performance and strategy across the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, and future COCO markets. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, and controls to ensure robust financial planning and timely reporting.

The role requires 8–12 years in finance, including 4–5 years in a Finance Controller position, with strong analytical, ERP, and VAT/compliance capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting; CA preferred.
• 8–12 years of progressive finance experience, incl. 4–5 years as Finance Controller.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Proven experience in financial controlling within premium retail or FMCG.
• ERP, Excel and financial reporting tools proficiency.
• Strong internal controls and statutory compliance knowledge.
• Retail P&L, inventory, gross margin, store economics and working capital understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full accounting function: GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, payroll, intercompany.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Provide financial insights and advise on business strategy.
• Monitor gross margin, costs, profitability, and cash conversion.
• Prepare trend analyses and reports for top management and the Board.
• Coach and develop the finance team; promote accountability.
• Manage AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and cash flow management.
• Ensure VAT and statutory compliance across UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, and future markets.
• Develop reporting on inventory levels, aging stock, best sellers, slow movers.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, banks and stakeholders.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modelling

Leadership

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

CA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Marina Home Interiors seeks a Finance Controller to lead the finance function and partner with the Board to drive financial performance and strategy across the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, and future COCO markets. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, and controls to ensure robust financial planning and timely reporting.

The role requires 8–12 years in finance, including 4–5 years in a Finance Controller position, with strong analytical, ERP, and VAT/compliance capabilities.