Finance Manager (Arabic Speaker)

Job Description

The position supports multiple business sectors including Real Estate Development, Contracting, Investment, and Property-Related Activities. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & IFRS Compliance

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings across all Group entities.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, UAE regulations, and Group accounting policies.
• Review general ledger activities and ensure financial accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare Board, Management, and Shareholder reporting packages. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning
• Lead the annual budgeting process across all Group entities.
• Prepare rolling forecasts and long-term financial projections.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and provide variance analysis.
• Develop financial models to support investment and development decisions. Treasury & Cash Flow Management
• Manage Group cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.
• Monitor working capital requirements and funding needs.
• Coordinate banking relationships, facilities, guarantees, and financing arrangements.
• Review and approve payment recommendations in line with delegated authority limits. Real Estate Development Finance
• Monitor project feasibility studies, project cash flows, and development budgets.
• Review project profitability, cost-to-complete analyses, and funding requirements.
• Support land acquisitions, project structuring, escrow compliance, and development financing.
• Review sales collections, payment plans, and project financial performance. Audit, Tax & Regulatory Compliance
• Lead annual external audits and statutory reporting requirements.
• Coordinate internal audit reviews and implementation of recommendations.
• Manage UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance activities.
• Liaise with auditors, tax consultants, banks, legal advisors, and regulatory authorities. Internal Controls & Governance
• Develop and strengthen internal control frameworks.
• Review and improve workflows, authority matrices, and financial procedures.
• Implement risk mitigation measures to safeguard Group assets.
• Ensure compliance with approved policies and delegated authority limits. ERP & Process Improvement
• Lead ERP enhancement and automation initiatives.
• Improve finance processes, reporting efficiency, and data integrity.
• Participate in system implementation projects relating to finance, real estate development, and property management.
• Establish and maintain SOPs across the finance function. Leadership & Team Management
• Lead, mentor, and develop finance and accounting teams across the Group.
• Establish KPIs and performance management frameworks.
• Ensure adequate succession planning and staff development.
• Promote accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Strategic Support
• Support the Group CFO in strategic planning, restructuring, and business expansion initiatives.
• Participate in investment evaluations, acquisitions, and special projects.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Act as a business partner to operational departments and business unit leaders. Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CMA, CA, or equivalent preferred.
• MBA is an advantage. Experience Requirements
• 12–18 years of progressive finance experience.
• Minimum 10 years of GCC experience, preferably UAE.
• Minimum 5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong experience in Real Estate Development and Construction/Contracting sectors.
• Experience with multi-entity group structures is mandatory. Technical Skills
• Strong IFRS knowledge.
• UAE VAT and Corporate Tax expertise.
• Budgeting, forecasting, treasury, and financial modelling.
• ERP experience (PACT preferred).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills.
• External audit and financial statement preparation experience. Competencies
• Leadership and people management.
• Strategic thinking and commercial awareness.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High integrity and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities