Financial Controller
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Overview
- The Financial Controller will assist the Finance Director in overseeing all financial operations in the Group, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, tax compliance, and financial reporting.
- This role plays a critical part in supporting the Group's leadership with timely financial insights and ensuring regulatory adherence across all financial activities.
- The ideal candidate will have Real Estate Industry experience, strong technical knowledge, experience with Tally financial software and the ability to lead a small finance team.
- Accounting and Reporting
- Oversee general ledger and accounts payable functions.
- Review individual entity-level GL and TB, and work with accountants to close monthly and annual financials.
- Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for all companies within the Group, in accordance with IFRS.
- Preparation of monthly board packs for Leadership team
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial risk.
- Advise leadership on any financial planning, investment, and cost optimisation.
- Audit Management, including supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and audit materials.
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Implementation of a budgeting and forecasting process.
- Leading the process, including working with the Business Unit Heads.
- Review and variance analysis, including revisions as appropriate.
- Processes and Procedures
- Ensure all financial processes are fully implemented and documented.
- Maintain and enhance internal financial controls and policies, ensuring compliance with financial best practices.
External Parties
- Coordinate audits and liaise with banks, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
- Ensure VAT filings and compliance with UAE tax laws.
Team Coordination
- Supervise, mentor, and develop finance and accounting staff.
Policies
- Speak with clients and/or coworkers using clear and professional language.
- Maintain confidentiality of company materials and information.
- Protect the privacy and security of clients and/or coworkers.
- Follow company and department policies and procedures.
Other Duties
- Your manager may assign tasks beyond those outlined in your job description.
- The job description is subject to revision based on business needs.
Person Specification
- 7-10 years in finance roles, with 3+ years in a senior or controller position, preferably with experience in Dubai's real estate or property brokerage sector.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professionally qualified Accountant (eg CPA, ACCA, CMA).
- Proficiency in Tally financial software.
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills would be an advantage.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- High attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Commercial acumen and strategic mindset.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ethical, trustworthy, and discreet with sensitive information.
- Knowledge of UAE VAT laws.
- Ability to manage a small team effectively.
- English. Arabic would be advantageous.
- If you meet the above criteria, you could be the candidate we have been looking for!
- Apply now or email me at francesca.d@hausandhaus.com
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