GENERAL MANAGER-FINANCE

Job Description : GENERAL MANAGER-FINANCE (CLUSTER FINANCE HEAD) OMAN Experience: Minimum 20 years (Age below 47 years) Qualification: Chartered Accountant Preferred industry: Shipping & Logistics, tours & travels industry Department: Finance & Accounts, MUSCAT OMAN Location: GCC (Oman / UAE / Regional Operations) Reporting To: GCFO/Cluster Director of P&L Cluster TAX FREE SALARY: BUDGET 60 TO 75 LAKHS Role Purpose To lead and manage the financial strategy, planning, compliance, and performance of the Shipping & Logistics business, ensuring financial health, regulatory compliance, cost optimization, and strategic decision support aligned with business growth in the GCC region. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Strategy & Leadership • Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business objectives. • Act as a strategic partner to the leadership team for business expansion, investments, and operational efficiency. • Drive profitability, cost control, and capital efficiency across shipping, freight forwarding, and logistics operations. 2. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning. • Monitor financial performance vs budget and provide variance analysis. • Support pricing strategies for shipping, freight, warehousing, and logistics services. • Conduct feasibility studies for new projects, routes, or service lines. 3. Accounting & Financial Reporting • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with IFRS. • Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and fixed asset management. • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes. • Consolidate financials across multiple business units/entities. 4. Compliance & Governance • Ensure compliance with GCC tax regulations (VAT, Corporate Tax where applicable). • Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities. • Strengthen internal controls, policies, and governance frameworks. • Ensure compliance with shipping, port authority, and logistics-related financial regulations. 5. Treasury & Cash Flow Management • Manage cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships. • Optimize funding, credit facilities, and liquidity. • Oversee forex risk management due to international shipping transactions. 6. Cost Control & Operational Finance • Monitor and control operational costs (fuel, freight, port charges, warehousing, fleet maintenance). • Improve cost efficiency and margins across logistics operations. • Drive automation and financial process improvements. 7. Business Partnering • Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams. • Provide financial insights for contract negotiations, tenders, and pricing. • Support strategic initiatives such as expansion, mergers, or restructuring. 8. Team Leadership • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team across locations. • Ensure strong succession planning and capability building. • Drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and performance. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • EBITDA / Profitability improvement • Budget adherence & cost optimization • Working capital efficiency (DSO, DPO, inventory days) • Compliance & audit outcomes • Cash flow stability • Accuracy and timeliness of financial reportingRole & responsibilities

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