Group Senior Finance Manager

 

Description:

A leading and dynamic financial services organization based in Dubai is urgently seeking a highly skilled Group Senior Finance Manager on a 6-month renewable contract. This critical leadership role will drive the financial integration and operational management of acquisitions, ensuring seamless consolidation, accurate financial reporting, and regulatory compliance within a fast-paced and growth-focused environment.

The successful candidate will bring extensive expertise in financial management, consolidation, and acquisition processes while possessing strong leadership and project management skills. This position demands a strategic thinker who can collaborate effectively with internal teams and external auditors to maintain the highest standards of financial governance.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee the integration of newly acquired entities into the group’s financial structure, ensuring smooth consolidation and operational alignment.

  • Manage accounting policies, general ledger structures, and financial reporting processes related to acquisitions.

  • Prepare, review, and ensure accuracy of consolidated financial statements in compliance with IFRS standards.

  • Ensure full compliance with UAE Corporate Tax regulations and VAT laws, maintaining accurate tax reporting and adherence to government requirements.

  • Support banking, funding, and financial activities related to acquisition transactions.

  • Work closely with management reporting teams to develop and maintain effective Management Information Systems (MIS) frameworks.

  • Collaborate with external auditors, including Big 4 firms, to facilitate audit processes and compliance checks.


Required Qualifications and Skills:

  • Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.

  • Bachelor’s degree attested by MOFA UAE (minimum 2 years post-degree experience required).

  • At least 12 years of post-qualification experience in financial management, particularly in acquisitions, consolidation, and reporting.

  • Strong and comprehensive knowledge of IFRS accounting standards, UAE taxation laws, and consolidation methodologies.

  • Proven project management, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.

  • Demonstrated experience working with external auditors, including large international firms (Big 4).


Ideal Candidate Traits:

  • Strategic thinker with a strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.

  • Proactive, adaptable, and highly results-driven professional.

  • Excellent collaborator and communicator, capable of managing diverse teams and stakeholder relationships effectively.

Organization Confidential
Industry Banking / Financial Services Jobs
Occupational Category Group Senior Finance Manager
Job Location Dubai,UAE
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Experienced Professional
Experience 12 Years
Posted at 2025-05-22 4:17 pm
Expires on 2025-08-20