Manager Finance

Role PurposeA results-driven and detail-oriented Finance Manager is required to oversee financial operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and support business decision-making. The ideal candidate will have strong finance knowledge, hands‑on experience in the Gulf market, and the ability to manage budgeting, reporting, taxation, and financial controls.Key Accountabilities & ActivitiesFinancial Management & Reporting: Manage daily finance operations, including bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger. Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Generate financial analysis reports to support business strategy and cost control.Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the budgeting process and monitor actuals against budgeted figures. Prepare variance analysis and financial forecasts for management review.Internal Controls & Audit: Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets. Coordinate internal and external audits and address findings effectively.Cash Flow & Treasury Management: Manage daily cash flow, bank transactions, and financial liquidity. Optimize working capital and manage vendor payments and receivables.ERP & Financial Systems: Oversee implementation and optimization of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics). Ensure consistent use of accounting standards and systems.Strategic Finance Partner: Act as a strategic business partner to the Group CEO/CFO and executive team. Support evaluations, feasibility studies, cost-benefit analyses, and investment appraisals.Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor the finance team ensuring high performance and knowledge sharing. Build a strong compliance and reporting culture aligned with the company values.Job SpecificationsKnowledge / SkillsStrong command of IFRS and relevant rules.Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills.Proficient in accounting/ERP systems.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.Education / CertificationsA degree in Finance, or a related field.Professional certification like CA / CPA / CMA / ACCA preferred.ExperienceMinimum 8 years of experience in accounting and finance roles.At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.Prior experience in Gulf region with knowledge of local financial regulations is a must.#J-18808-Ljbffr