Finance Controller - Abu Dhabi

apartmentMichael Page placeAbu Dhabi calendar_month 

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

We are currently supporting a dynamic, fast-growing B2B organization based in JLT, Dubai in their search for a Financial Controller. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive finance professional with a strong grounding in financial reporting and ERP implementation to join a business at a pivotal stage of growth and operational transformation.

Client Details

Our client is a privately held group with operations across multiple subsidiaries in the UAE. As they embark on a group-wide ERP transformation, they are seeking a capable finance leader who can manage both day-to-day financial control and systems integration, while ensuring consistency and accuracy in reporting across entities.

Description
  • Oversee revenue distribution processes and ensure accuracy across entities
  • Monitor group bank accounts, including weekly banking transactions and reconciliations
  • Manage head office accounting ensuring timely and accurate recording
  • Support the implementation and ongoing enhancement of the FOCUS 9 ERP system
  • Oversee and control ERP implementation in subsidiaries, ensuring systems are aligned and functioning effectively
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve system and process issues
  • Maintain accurate and timely financial records in compliance with applicable standards
  • Contribute to reporting processes and support month-end and year-end closing activities
Job Offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Strategic exposure to ERP and systems transformation projects
  • Opportunity to work across group-level operations and directly influence process improvements
  • A collaborative and growing finance team environment within a dynamic company

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
  • Minimum 4 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in the UAE
  • Professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is preferred but not mandatory
  • Experience in the B2B sector is advantageous
  • Previous experience with Big 4/Top 10 firms is beneficial
  • Group-level finance experience is a strong plus
  • Experience working with ERP systems; FOCUS 9 knowledge is a bonus
  • Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
  • Immediate availability is highly preferred

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.

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