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Finance Manager

The Startup JournalDubai, UAEYesterdayMid-Senior
Mid-Seniorfulltime

Skills

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)Budgeting and ForecastingFinancial Reporting

About This Role

Overview

πŸ’° FINANCE MANAGERπŸ“Š Financial Planning \| Budget Management \| Business Performance & Strategic FinanceπŸ’Ό POSITION OVERVIEW

πŸ“ Mid-Level to Senior Management Role

🏒 Full-Time \| Finance & Accounting Department

🌍 Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) \| Budgeting \| Reporting \| Business Strategy

The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and business performance analysis.

This role plays a critical part in supporting executive decision-making by providing accurate financial insights, maintaining strong financial controls, and ensuring organizational profitability.

You will work closely with senior management, department heads, auditors, and external stakeholders to drive financial efficiency, manage risks, and support long-term business growth.

This position offers a strong pathway toward senior leadership roles such as Finance Director, Financial Controller, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and Managing Director.

🎯 ROLE OBJECTIVE

πŸ“Œ Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities

πŸ“Œ Monitor business performance and financial health

πŸ“Œ Deliver accurate financial reporting and analysis

πŸ“Œ Support strategic decision-making with financial insights

πŸ“Œ Manage cash flow, profitability, and cost control initiatives

πŸ“Œ Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards

πŸ“Œ Strengthen internal controls and risk management practices

πŸ“Œ Drive sustainable business growth and operational efficiency

🧩 CORE RESPONSIBILITIESπŸ“Š Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

πŸ“ˆ Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models

🧠 Analyze revenue, expenses, and profitability trends

πŸ“Š Monitor financial performance against targets and KPIs

πŸ“‹ Prepare management reports and business insights

πŸš€ Support strategic planning and growth initiatives

πŸ’° Budget & Cost Management

πŸ“Š Develop and manage departmental budgets

🧠 Monitor spending and identify cost-saving opportunities

πŸ“ˆ Improve financial efficiency and resource allocation

πŸ“‹ Review budget variances and recommend corrective actions

πŸš€ Support profitability and operational performance goals

πŸ“‘ Financial Reporting

πŸ“‹ Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

πŸ“Š Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

🧠 Present financial results to senior leadership

πŸ“ˆ Support board and executive reporting requirements

πŸš€ Maintain financial transparency and accountability

🏦 Cash Flow & Treasury Management

πŸ’΅ Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements

πŸ“Š Manage banking relationships and financial facilities

🧠 Forecast liquidity needs and funding requirements

πŸ“ˆ Optimize cash utilization and financial resources

πŸš€ Ensure organizational financial stability

βš–οΈ Compliance & Risk Management

πŸ“‹ Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations

🧠 Maintain strong internal controls and governance processes

πŸ” Coordinate internal and external audits

πŸ“Š Assess financial risks and develop mitigation strategies

πŸš€ Protect company assets and financial integrity

πŸ‘₯ Leadership & Stakeholder Management

🀝 Lead and mentor finance team members

πŸ“’ Partner with department managers on financial planning

🧠 Provide financial guidance to business leaders

πŸ“‹ Support cross-functional projects and initiatives

πŸš€ Build a high-performing finance function

πŸ“ˆ Strategic Finance Support

🧠 Conduct financial modeling and business case evaluations

πŸ“Š Support investment and expansion decisions

πŸ“ˆ Analyze new business opportunities and risks

πŸ’‘ Recommend initiatives to improve profitability

πŸš€ Drive long-term value creation and growth

🧠 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEβœ” Financial Expertise

πŸ“Š Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis

🧠 Understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting

πŸ“ˆ Experience with financial modeling and performance management

πŸ” Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

πŸš€ Commercial and strategic business mindset

βœ” Technical Skills

πŸ’» Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

πŸ“Š Experience with ERP and accounting systems

πŸ“ˆ Familiarity with FP&A and reporting tools

βš™οΈ Knowledge of financial controls and compliance requirements

πŸš€ Ability to interpret complex financial information

βœ” Leadership & Communication

πŸ‘₯ Team leadership and mentoring capabilities

πŸ“’ Strong presentation and communication skills

🧠 Ability to explain financial concepts clearly

🀝 Strong stakeholder and relationship management skills

πŸš€ Business partnering and decision-support mindset

πŸŽ“ EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

πŸŽ“ Degree in:

πŸ’° Finance

πŸ“Š Accounting

πŸ“ˆ Economics

🏒 Business Administration

πŸ“š Or related disciplines

⭐ Preferred Qualifications

πŸ“Œ CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA, or equivalent professional qualification

πŸ“Œ Experience in financial planning, accounting, or corporate finance

πŸ“Œ Knowledge of ERP systems and financial software

πŸ“Œ Leadership or supervisory experience

πŸ“Œ Experience supporting business strategy and decision-making

πŸš€ CAREER PROGRESSION

πŸ“ˆ Senior Financial Analyst

πŸ’° Finance Manager

🏦 Financial Controller

πŸ“Š Finance Director

🌟 Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

🏒 Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Managing Director

🎁 What You Will Gain

πŸ“Š Advanced financial planning and business analysis expertise

πŸ’° Experience managing budgets and financial performance

πŸ“ˆ Exposure to executive-level decision-making

🀝 Leadership and stakeholder management experience

🏦 Strong understanding of governance and risk management

πŸ“š Professional development and certification opportunities

πŸš€ Clear pathway to senior finance leadership positions

🌍 Highly transferable strategic finance skills

🌟 WHY JOIN US?

πŸš€ Influence key business and financial decisions

πŸ“Š Drive profitability, growth, and operational efficiency

🀝 Collaborate with senior executives and business leaders

πŸ’° Lead impactful financial planning initiatives

πŸ“ˆ Shape the financial future of the organization

πŸ“š Continuous learning and leadership development opportunities

πŸ† Excellent progression toward Finance Director and CFO roles

πŸ“© APPLICATION SUMMARY

This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy financial analysis, strategic planning, and business leadership.

If you are passionate about driving organizational success through strong financial management and commercial insight, this position offers outstanding opportunities for long-term career growth.

πŸ’° Plan.

πŸ“Š Analyze.

πŸ“ˆ Lead.

πŸš€ Drive Financial Success.

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