Finance Manager (UAEN)

Overview

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, UAE financial regulations, and internal financial policies.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of all statutory and regulatory reports.
• Assist in annual audits, liaising with external auditors and ensuring audit compliance.

General Ledger and Month-End Close

• Manage and control the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and consistently in alignment with established processes and procedures.
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Assist the Operations Director in developing the annual budget, coordinating inputs from various departments.
• Prepare monthly budget vs. actual reports, highlighting variances and providing analysis to support management decision-making.
• Contribute to financial forecasting and support long-term financial planning initiatives.

Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely payments and collections.
• Monitor receivables aging and collaborate with departments to expedite collections.
• Review and approve vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and other disbursements.

Cash Flow Management

• Monitor cash flow and prepare regular cash flow forecasts to support UAENO’s financial stability.
• Manage cash disbursements, ensuring alignment with budgetary and organizational priorities.
• Implement cash management techniques to optimize liquidity and minimize financial risk.

Internal Controls and Process Improvement

• Develop and implement internal control policies and procedures to safeguard assets and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
• Conduct periodic reviews of accounting processes, identifying opportunities for improvement and ensuring best practices.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to automate processes, where feasible, and enhance accounting systems efficiency.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Set objectives, monitor team performance, and conduct regular performance evaluations.
• Provide ongoing training and support to enhance team skills and competencies.

Financial Analysis and Decision Support

• Provide detailed financial analysis to support the Operations Director and other leadership in strategic initiatives.
• Assist with project cost tracking, grant accounting, and special financial projects as needed.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and financial presentations to facilitate informed decision-making.

Occupational Health and Safety

• Ensures adherence to relevant occupational health and safety policies, procedures and systems within the department.

Ad-hoc