Finance Manager

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end finance and accounting operations.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide recommendations to support business growth.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, taxation, VAT regulations, and company policies.
• Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and cash management functions.
• Strengthen internal controls and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely audit completion.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements.
• Perform variance analysis and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Support ERP implementation, upgrades, and financial system enhancements.
• Collaborate with senior management to provide strategic financial guidance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Chartered Accountant Articleship training or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• Minimum 15+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting management.
• Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or multinational organizations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, taxation, and audit compliance.
• Experience with ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle, or similar.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.

• Budgeting & Forecasting

• Financial Reporting
• Financial Analysis
• Strategic Planning
• Cost Control

• Cash Flow Management

• Audit Management

• VAT & Taxation

• Risk Management
• ERP Systems
• Team Leadership
• Process Improvement
• Stakeholder Management
• Business Partnering

Preferred Experience

• Multi-country financial management experience within the GCC region.
• Experience supporting executive leadership with financial decision-making.
• Strong background in audit, compliance, and governance frameworks.