Emirati Talent: Manager - Financial Control Projects

Financial Control Manager

Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Employment type:

Full-time

• Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of financial performance reports to portfolio leadership, steering committee, holding company, and other stakeholders, including materials for public disclosures and government entities.
• Ensure robust financial controls are implanted and monitored.
• Set up new companies and businesses overseas and implement finance processes and procedures, including delegation of authorities.
• Support the preparation of investment proposals, CAPEX reviews, and stress tests.
• Provide detailed financial insights and recommendations to senior management to aid decision‑making and cost optimization.
• Manage the preparation of portfolio budgets, financial plans, and quarterly and annual forecasts, including variance analysis and corrective actions.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and enhancement of business intelligence tools for financial reporting and analysis.
• Oversee portfolio accounts payable, payroll, and tax processing, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with financial policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with HR on payroll‑related processes, employee loans, pensions, and cost analysis for employee exits and settlements.
• Ensure the integrity of the GL system, maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date entries for payroll, AR/AP, cash, depreciation, and other accounts.
• Lead the consolidation of financial data and preparation of comprehensive financial statements in compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise account reconciliations and maintain an effective chart of accounts for financial reporting needs.
• Ensure audit readiness by maintaining accurate records and documentation, supporting internal and external audits, and preparing for audit committee and steering committee meetings.
• Enforce proper monthly book closures and compliance with financial, legal, and administrative requirements.
• Recommend actions to improve financial systems and controls.
• Manage the integration of budgets and forecasts into financial systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion) and oversee system updates for assumptions and processes.
• Maintain ERP‑related setups for budget control, approval hierarchies, and financial reporting.
• Ensure seamless integration of payroll, employee loans, and pension processes into the ERP system.
• Coordinate the design, implementation, and enhancement of ERP modules to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Oversee accuracy of data within ERP systems, conduct regular checks, and execute cleanup activities as necessary.
• Perform reconciliations of payroll accounts, supplier statements, and other financial data within the ERP system to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Establish and manage local finance teams, including staffing, performance management, and development.
• Conduct performance planning, evaluations, and assessments for team members, providing feedback and coaching.
• Manage the resolution of escalated issues from team members and provide guidance to ensure smooth operations.
• Conduct training sessions for portfolio employees on finance‑related aspects.
• Plan and participate in the training and development of assigned UAE national employees.
• Develop department budgets in conjunction with the unit's overall budget, track expenses, and ensure adherence to financial guidelines.
• Develop plans and goals to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within AP and payroll functions.
• Strategize system and manpower optimization plans.
• Prepare and deliver financial reports to management and government agencies.
• Develop, implement, and enforce budgets, policies, and controls to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Foster effective relations with the HR team.
• Participate in the formulation of the overall portfolio finance strategy and ensure alignment of finance objectives.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the leadership team on GL best practices and trends.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or equivalent;
  Master's degree is a plus.
• Professional accounting qualifications (CPA, CMA, ACCA, or equivalent) required.
• Fluency in…