Senior Finance Manager
Dubai
Up to AED 23,000 per month
Our client is an established organization , and they are looking for a Senior Finance Manager who will be responsible for providing financial guidance and support to the business through financial analysis and controlling. This person will work closely with the senior management in developing and implementing financial strategies that support company's overall business objectives as well as analyzing and interpreting financial data to provide insights and recommendations to the management. Special focus would be on ensuring good health of the balance sheet, efficient working capital and financial automation /digitization. Experience of implementing an ERP system is essential. Please note this is a 5.5 working day week (includes a half day on a Saturday) and they do not offer family benefits. Please respect the criteria requirements and only apply if you meet these as you will not be considered if you do not, this role is not open to candidates who do not currently reside here.
Description:
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Develop and manage annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts
- Analyse financial performance against budget and forecasts, identifying key variances and providing insights
- Identify and mitigate financial risks related to market fluctuations, interest rates, and operational activities
- Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement financial strategies aligned with company goals
- Oversee cash flow planning and ensure liquidity to meet the company’s obligations
- Manage the accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and collections
- Optimize the company’s cash position and manage banking relationships.
- Analyse costs, expenses, and variances, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency improvements
- Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international financial regulations and standards
- Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate audit processes
- Manage tax planning strategies and ensure compliance with AML, tax laws and regulations
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of financial systems and software
- Continuously improve financial processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Utilize data analytics to support decision-making and identify trends
- Work closely with other departments (e.g., Sales, Operations, HR) to support overall business objectives
- Maintain relationships with banks, investors, auditors, and other external stakeholders
- Prepare and present financial reports to the Board of Directors and executive management
Criteria:
- A professional accounting qualification such as CA / ACCA / CFA /CPA is essential
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Strong understanding of accounting, finance, and management principles
- Proficiency with computers, especially bookkeeping software, and MS Office.
- High level of efficiency and accuracy
- Attention to detail and the ability to analyze large amounts of data
- Experience of Oracle be advantageous but not essential however experience of implementing an ERP system is essential
- Must be tech savvy
- Experience of managing a team
- Someone with a stable work record not constantly changing jobs.
- Strong UAE experience including VAT and knowledge of all the CT regulations
- Experience of cross border pricing transfers would be an advantage
- Our client will not consider applicants who have more than a 1 month notice period
- Must currently reside in the UAE
Please respect the criteria requirements and only apply if you meet these as you will not be considered if you do not. We thank you for your application, however due to the high volume of candidate applications, we only accept online applications in the first instance. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted, however if you are not successful on this occasion, your CV will be stored on our database but to make sure you do not miss out keep checking our website, follow us on Twitter and follow our Sapphire Recruitment LinkedIn page.
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