Senior Manager - Accounts Receivable (UAE National)

OverviewRole Overview We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Senior Manager – Accounts Receivable (UAE National) to join their GCC Finance function. This role is open exclusively to UAE Nationals and is suited for a finance professional with strong people leadership skills and a hands-on approach to managing receivables operations within a complex, multi-entity environment. The successful candidate will oversee receivables activities across a portfolio of business units, including large-scale operational divisions similar to parks, zones, or leasing-based businesses, and will play a key role in driving collections, controls, reporting accuracy, and team performance.Team & ScopeDirect responsibility for a team of 6 direct reports (Assistant Managers, Senior Accountants, and Accountants)Oversight of receivables for multiple business units within a diversified portfolioSenior stakeholder exposure within finance and across the wider businessReporting directly to the Director – Accounts ReceivableKey ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the Accounts Receivable function, ensuring timely, accurate month-end and year-end close in line with accounting standards.Oversee revenue recognition, AR controls, and compliance, ensuring high-quality financial reporting and audit readiness.Drive collections performance, ageing reduction, and dispute resolution, providing hands-on leadership and escalation support where required.Ensure all receivables are collected within agreed timelines and that exceptions (disputes, PDCs, bounced cheques, payment extensions) are actively monitored and resolved.Own AR balance sheet reconciliations, including sub-ledger to general ledger and intercompany balances.Prepare and analyse DSO, ageing, collection, and provisioning reports, sharing insights with senior finance leadership and relevant stakeholders.Act as a key point of contact for internal, external, and regulatory audits, ensuring smooth coordination and timely responses.Partner closely with Payables, Treasury, and other finance teams to ensure accurate transaction recording and issue resolution.Lead, coach, and develop the AR team, setting clear objectives, reviewing performance, and enhancing processes, policies, and controls.Support finance systems enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with IT and wider stakeholders.Candidate ProfileUAE NationalProven experience in a managerial or senior managerial Accounts Receivable roleStrong hands-on experience across receivables operations, collections, ageing, and financial controlsExperience managing teams and driving performance in structured environmentsConfident communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholdersQualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related disciplineProfessional finance qualification or Master’s degree is an advantage8–10 years’ experience in finance roles within large organisations, government, semi-government, or multinational environmentsStrong working knowledge of IFRS, financial accounting, and ERP systems (Oracle preferred)#J-18808-Ljbffr