Finance Manager (Construction)

Job Description

About the Company: Our client, a well-established and rapidly growing contracting and trading company in the UAE.

About the Role: The role involves overseeing all financial operations, ensuring compliance with UAE regulations, managing budgets, and driving financial performance optimization.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial strategies.
• Monitor cash flow, expenses, and profitability.
• Analyze financial data to support business decisions.
• Accounting & Reporting
• Oversee financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT, corporate tax, and IFRS.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Cost Control & Project Finance
• Track project costs, budgets, and profitability.
• Work with project managers to optimize financial performance.
• Review contracts and ensure proper financial terms.
• Audit & Compliance
• Coordinate internal/external audits.
• Ensure adherence to UAE financial laws and company policies.
• Implement strong internal controls.
• Treasury & Banking
• Manage banking relationships, loans, and credit facilities.
• Oversee payroll, supplier payments, and receivables.
• Optimize working capital and liquidity.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor&aposs degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/ACCA/CMA preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years in finance, with 5+ years in UAE construction industry.

Required Skills:

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Tally).
• Advanced Excel & financial modeling.
• Knowledge of UAE VAT, corporate tax, and IFRS.

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership & communication.
• Analytical & problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Pay range and compensation package: Up to AED 35000.