Senior Finance Manager

Job Description : SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER UAE Salary: AED 40-50k. We are looking for a Senior Finance Manager to lead the accounting operations in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. This role does not include FP&A responsibilities. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will be a key member of the regional finance leadership team, steering a group of functional managers to enhance the region’s financial performance. Your primary responsibilities include managing the accounting and fiscal operations, implementing strong control frameworks to mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with international financial reporting standards, and promoting fiscal transparency and accuracy. A strong background in auditing is highly desirable. • Develop and enforce financial procedures, controls, and accounting policies to enhance governance, transparency, and consistency across the MEA region. Provide advice on corporate structures to optimize financial outcomes. Serve as a deputy for the Head of Finance MEA when required. • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes with a focus on integrity and compliance. Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory standards. • Conduct formal balance sheet reviews. Lead statutory audits for all regional entities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to both Group and regional regulators. Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury operations, and collaborate closely with group treasury for precise cash position reporting. • Serve as the primary contact for Tax, Accounts Payable, and Payroll matters. Maintain relationships with regional banking partners to secure appropriate funding for short-term liabilities. • Lead automation projects and ERP/system implementations in partnership with the global finance team. • Build strong relationships, influence stakeholders, and present at regional meetings. • Manage and develop the global Shared Services Centre. • At least 10 years of experience in managing and developing finance teams, with expertise in accounting, financial reporting, and systems improvement. • Chartered Accountant qualification. • Proven experience in the Middle East region. • Advanced Excel skills, with high accuracy and strong attention to detail. Excellent organizational and time management skills, capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to assess situations and develop effective solutions. • Ability to evaluate alternative strategies for resolving complex financial issues. • Experience in a VAT and CIT environment, as well as payroll management. Strong interpersonal skills to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. • Experience with offshore shared service centres is a plus.

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