Finance Manager – Contracting/Construction
About This Role
Finance Manager – Contracting/Construction
Location: Al Quoz, Dubai, UAE
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager with a strong background in contracting and construction companies to lead and manage the financial operations of the organization.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in project accounting, cost control, Work-in-Progress (WIP), cash flow management, and Letters of Credit (LCs) within a construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Ensure compliance with IFRS and UAE financial regulations
- Manage project accounting, job costing, and profitability analysis
- Monitor WIP, revenue recognition, progress billing, variations, and retention
- Handle Letters of Credit (LCs) including coordination with banks and suppliers
- Manage cash flow and optimize working capital
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
- Ensure compliance with UAE VAT and statutory requirements
- Coordinate with auditors and manage audit processes
- Lead and supervise the finance team
Requirements
- CA, ACCA, or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting
- 10–15 years of progressive finance experience
- Minimum 5 years in a Finance Manager or Finance Controller role
- Mandatory experience in contracting or construction companies
- Strong knowledge of project accounting, job costing, and WIP
- Experience in progress billing, variations, and retention
- Hands-on experience with Letters of Credit (LCs)
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Tally
- Strong analytical and leadership skills
- Fluent in English
Pay: AED14,000.00 - AED16,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
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