Finance Performance & Reporting Unit Head JOB
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About the Role
Lead the Finance Reporting Unit at DCT Abu Dhabi, overseeing the delivery of financial management reports and ad-hoc reports. You will manage a team, ensure compliance with International Financial Standards, and drive automation and process improvements.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the finance reporting unit to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
- Lead the preparation of comprehensive periodic management reports on budget utilization and variances
- Oversee the implementation of data transformation processes to convert raw data into actionable information
- Conduct detailed analyses, including big data analysis, to support management decision making
- Oversee and review variances, investigate root causes, and recommend control measures
- Interpret complex financial information and present findings clearly
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to gather necessary information for insightful reporting
- Drive the automation of reports to enhance efficiency and reduce reporting cycle time
- Manage the development and enhancement of financial models and reporting tools
- Generate ad hoc reports as requested by leadership for specific projects or strategic initiatives
- Contribute to special projects involving complex financial reporting requirements
- Stay up to date on accounting standards, regulatory changes, and financial reporting requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or any relevant field; Master’s preferred
- Certification such as CFA, CPA is a plus
- Proven 4 6 years of experience in reporting, analysis using advanced tools, or relevant
- At least 2 years of experience in a managerial role
- Full professional English proficiency both in speaking and writing
- Skilled in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word and Excel)
- Proficient in financial modeling with strong quantitative skills
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
- In depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance in UAE
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Role Purpose
- Lead the delivery of financial management reports and a variety of ad hoc reports.
- Ensure facilitating management review and serve business objectives of DCT by applying International Financial Standards and in compliance with DCT financial strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the finance reporting unit to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Lead the preparation of comprehensive periodic management reports on budget utilization and variances, and review the investigation of related variances for control and corrective actions purposes.
- Oversee the implementation of data transformation processes to convert raw, complex data into actionable information for strategic decision making.
- Conduct detailed analyses, including the ability to analyze big data, to support management decision making and enhance forecasting accuracy in line with defined objectives.
- Oversee and review variances, investigate root causes, and recommend control measures for corrective actions.
- Interpret complex financial information and present findings in a clear and concise manner.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to gather necessary information for insightful reporting and communicate complex financial information effectively to various stakeholders.
- Drive the automation of reports to enhance efficiency and reduce reporting cycle time as per the industry’s best practices.
- Manage the development and enhancement of financial models and reporting tools for better analysis.
- Implement reporting tools to improve the analysis of reports, enhancing understanding and aiding strategic decision making.
- Generate ad hoc reports as requested by leadership for specific projects or strategic initiatives.
- Contribute to special projects that involve complex financial reporting requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s (Masters preferred) in Finance, Accounting, or any relevant.
- Certification such as (CFA, CPA) is a plus.
- Proven 4 6 years of experience in reporting, analysis using advances tools, or relevant.
- At least 2 years on experience in a managerial role.
Skills
- Full professional English proficiency both in speaking and writing.
- Skilled in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word and Excel).
- Proficient in financial modeling with strong quantitative skills.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- High level of competency in relevant software applications.
- Ability to quickly integrate with existing business software tools and knowledge of other relevant industry software.
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with external and internal stakeholders and cross functional team members.
- Self motivated with a proven ability to complete work in a timely manner.
- Concise and engaging delivery during the presentation.
- In depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance in UAE.
Communication and Business Relationships
- Internal: DCT Relevant Sectors / Departments
- External: Regulators, Government Entities; DOF, Financial Institutions & Banks
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