Finance Manager
Finance IndustryDubai, UAE
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Budget Planning: Prepare and manage annual budgets, monitor variances, and advise departments to keep spending on track and aligned with goals.
- Financial Reporting: Produce accurate financial statements, monthly reports, and executive summaries that reflect business performance.
- Forecasting & Analysis: Create forecasts and scenario analyses to guide leadership decisions and improve financial outcomes.
- Compliance Oversight: Ensure all financial operations comply with UAE laws, IFRS standards, and internal policies.
- Cash Flow & Risk: Monitor cash flows, liquidity, and financial risks to support business continuity and profitability.
- Team Leadership: Supervise finance teams, support development, and coordinate with auditors, banks, and stakeholders.
- Process Improvement: Streamline finance processes, adopt automation tools, and improve financial controls for efficiency.
Requirements
- Experience: 5–9 years in finance or accounting roles, including managerial experience.
- Education: Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; Master’s or MBA is a plus.
- Technical Competence: Strong financial modelling, budgeting, and reporting skills with ERP systems.
- Project Controls: Able to plan tasks, manage deadlines, and deliver reliable month‑end closures.
- Leadership: Can lead teams, guide junior staff, and collaborate cross‑functionally.
- Commercial Acumen: Understand business drivers, cost control, risk, and value‑adding financial advice.
FAQs
What experience level is expected?
Most roles ask for 5–9 years of finance or accounting experience with leadership exposure.
Do I need a certification?
Certifications like ACCA, CPA, CA, or CMA are highly valued in Dubai.
Are ERP skills required?
Yes — familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel is often needed.
Is UAE regulatory knowledge important?
Understanding UAE tax, VAT, and financial reporting standards is beneficial.
Do finance managers handle audits?
Yes — coordination with internal and external auditors is typically part of the job.
Which industries hire finance managers?
Sectors include real estate, hospitality, logistics, healthcare, fintech, tech, and corporate offices.
