Director - Financial Reporting - Dubai Holding Group service
Job Description
About Dubai Holding Group Services:
Group Services is Dubai Holdings shared business services arm that provides consolidated business solutions in procurement, finance and human capital across the Group. With a commitment to talent, digital innovation and continuous improvement, it delivers best-in-class service, enhancing the Group&aposs overall performance.Group Services is dedicated to transforming operations, elevating service quality and cultivating specialized teams focused on excellence and innovation
Group Services comprises of:
Group Services Procurement delivers end-to-end value through strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contracting. Enabled by advanced technology, streamlined processes, strong governance, and data-driven insights, it ensures responsible sourcing, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.
Group Services Finance manages financial transactions, budgeting, and reporting to ensure strong fiscal health and cash flow. It empowers informed decision-making through insights that drive sustainable growth and profitability.
Group Services Human Capital manages the full employee lifecycle, ensuring a smooth journey from recruitment to offboarding while fostering a culture that values and supports peoplethe Groups greatest asset.
Empowering talent for the future: Group Services greatest strength lies in its people; their collective capabilities serve as the driving force of the company. Dedicated to creating a vibrant talent hub where challenging the norm leads to innovation, collaboration fuels creativity and caring for people and partners cultivates strong relationships, Group Services aims to build a foundation for sustained success.As a business that views success as a shared journey and celebrates every achievement along the way, Group Services offers the opportunity to grow, develop skills and make a meaningful impact.
Dubai Holding Group Services proudly supports a diverse portfolio of companies:
Dubai Holding Real Estate
Dubai Holding Entertainment
Dubai Holding Community Management
Dubai Holding Land Estates
Dubai Holding Hospitality
Dubai Holding Investments
Dubai Holding Asset Management
Job Overview: Here&aposs your chance to step into the role of Director Financial Reporting at Dubai Holding Group Services. In this position, you&aposll take on key responsibilities that include:
Key Responsibilities- Financial Close & Reporting: Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes; ensure accurate financial reporting in line with IFRS; review journals, accruals, and provisions.
- General Ledger Management: Oversee trial balance accuracy and sub-ledger reconciliations; ensure proper transaction classifications and closing governance.
- Controls & Reconciliations: Supervise account and bank reconciliations; implement strong internal controls; resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Process Improvement: Drive automation, standardization, and efficiency initiatives; lead continuous improvement projects using tools like Oracle, RPA, and AI.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key liaison for finance, auditors, and business units; ensure high service levels and resolve escalations.
- Governance & Compliance: Monitor internal controls and risk assessments; support anti-fraud measures and ensure policy compliance.
- Team Leadership: Manage and develop team capabilities; track KPIs; promote a customer-focused, high-performance culture.
About you: The preferred candidate for this role should possess the following experience and credentials
Qualifications, Experience & Skills- Education: Bachelors in Accounting (mandatory); CA, CPA, ACCA, or ACA (required).
- Experience: 810 years in finance/audit with 3+ years in leadership; 5+ years with a Big 4 (multinational clients); real estate and shared services experience preferred; Middle East experience a plus.
- Expertise: Strong knowledge of IFRS, complex consolidations, financial controls, compliance, and governance frameworks.
- Systems: Proficiency in Oracle EPM (Fusion, ARCS, FCCS) and advanced Excel/financial modeling.
- Soft Skills: Strong communication, stakeholder management, and leadership abilities.
- Behavioral Competencies: Strategic, customer-focused, innovative, team-oriented, and execution-driven.
We strongly believe in creating an empowered Classification: Internal workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.