Finance Manager

**Employment Type:** Full-Time

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities1. Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS standards and UAE financial regulations.
• Manage general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll functions.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.

2. Project Accounting & Cost Control

• Manage full project accounting cycle including budgeting, cost allocation, and revenue recognition.
• Monitor job costing, project profitability, and margin performance across multiple projects.
• Track Work-in-Progress (WIP) and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee progress billing, variation orders, and retention accounting.
• Collaborate with project and operations teams to control costs and improve margins.

3. Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
• Develop financial models for strategic planning and project feasibility.
• Analyze financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to senior management.

4. Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure project liquidity requirements are met.
• Optimize working capital, including receivables, payables, and inventory cycles.
• Coordinate with clients and internal teams to ensure timely collections.

5. Compliance & Audit

• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT laws and other statutory requirements.
• Prepare audit schedules and ensure smooth completion of internal and external audits.

6. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to achieve high performance.
• Define KPIs and drive accountability across the department.
• Promote continuous improvement and professional development within the team.

Requirements

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or Master’s degree in Accounting / Finance.
• 10–15 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.
• Minimum 5 years in a Finance Manager or Finance Controller role.
• Mandatory experience in **construction / contracting / façade / aluminum industries**.
• Strong expertise in:
• Project accounting
• Job costing
• WIP accounting
• Revenue recognition
• Progress billing, variations, and retention accounting
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UAE VAT regulations.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Job Type: Permanent