Strategic Finance & Accounting Operations Lead

SOHAR Port and Freezone; Schamal al-Batina; On-site; OMR 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

SOHAR Port and Freezone is seeking a senior Finance Leader to head Financial Accounting & Operations. You will steer strategy, ensure compliant financial reporting, and manage AR, AP, and payroll while maintaining strong governance.

You will lead a growing finance team, partner with operations, and drive process improvements and ERP enhancements to support SIP-Group decisions and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• Master’s degree is an advantage.
• ACCA, CPA, CMA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in financial accounting or finance operations.
• Minimum 4 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Experience managing accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll functions.
• Experience in large infrastructure, port, logistics or industrial environments is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the Finance departmental strategy in alignment with SIP Group’s vision and Finance Vision 2030.
• Oversee accurate preparation of financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow) in line with standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage accounts receivable, cash management, invoicing and collections to optimize liquidity.
• Oversee vendor invoicing, payments and payroll processing with strong internal controls.
• Direct and develop the Financial Accounting & Operations team, set objectives and conduct appraisals.
• Support budgets, governance, and internal controls; ensure approvals and policy compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial governance

Regulatory compliance

Financial reporting

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration

Master’s degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

SOHAR Port and Freezone is seeking a senior Finance Leader to head Financial Accounting & Operations. You will steer strategy, ensure compliant financial reporting, and manage AR, AP, and payroll while maintaining strong governance.

You will lead a growing finance team, partner with operations, and drive process improvements and ERP enhancements to support SIP-Group decisions and performance.