Finance Controller - 12mths contract New
Dubai
Purpose of the Role
The Finance Controller is responsible for managing financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance processes across the organization. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial data and serves as the single point of contact for all budget-related matters within the assigned region or team.The Finance Controller plays a key role in maintaining financial stability, supporting strategic planning, and ensuring timely budget releases.
Key Responsibilities- Financial Governance & Compliance
- Ensure strict adherence to budgetary procedures and financial governance standards.
- Maintain accurate use of Cost Centers, Global Accounts, and Project Numbers.
- Manage and update the Authorized Signatory Matrix (ASM) for Purchase Order (PO) approvals.
- Budget Ownership & Management
- Lead the full budget cycle including Operating Budget and Rolling Forecasts.
- Coordinate input collection from all relevant teams and affiliates.
- Ensure data accuracy and consistency across all budget submissions.
- Document and justify changes from previous cycles and prepare summary reports for leadership review.
- Track and categorize all changes across budget cycles for analysis and reporting.
- Actuals & Variance Analysis
- Analyze financial reports to identify deviations from approved budgets.
- Collaborate with budget owners to understand root causes of variances.
- Prepare consolidated variance reports for leadership and finance teams.
- Purchase Order & Invoice Oversight
- Review actuals to identify and correct PO discrepancies.
- Initiate reclassification of actuals and ensure timely adjustments.
- Oversee invoice processing and maintain alignment with financial controls.
- Training & Communication
- Ensure all relevant staff are trained on budget procedures.
- Communicate budget cycle timelines and requirements to stakeholders.
- Strategic Financial Planning
- Provide financial insights to support long-term planning and transformation initiatives.
- Drive process improvements and support administrative system enhancements.
- Education: University degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience: 5 to 8 years in a finance or budget management role, preferably in a global or regional setting.
- Skills:
- Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting procedures.
- Analytical thinking and data interpretation.
- Proficiency in MS Office and financial tools (e.g., Power BI).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High integrity and ability to work in complex, matrixed environments.
- Action-Oriented, Results-Driven, Strategic Thinking
- Integrity & Trust, Business Acumen, Decision Quality
- Strong Interpersonal Skills, Team Collaboration, Conflict Management
- Ability to Lead Through Ambiguity and Drive Change
- Finance, Strategy & Performance Development Teams
- Regional/Cluster/Program Management
- Department Heads and Budget Owners
Bubget : upto AED 30K
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