As Finance Manager, you will oversee all financial operations within the Property Management division, ensuring accurate reporting, efficient collections, and strict compliance with regulations and internal policies. Managing a team of finance professionals, you will coordinate with property managers, administrators, auditors, and vendors to maintain financial integrity. Key responsibilities include revenue reporting, VAT compliance, cheque reconciliations, and audit coordination. Additionally, you will lead the migration to Yardi software, optimising processes and ensuring adherence to financial guidelines.
Financial Reconciliations & Reporting
- Reconcile bounced cheque reports for all portfolios and send weekly email updates to PM Management.
- Prepare revenue reports based on the PM checklist and invoices.
- Send categorized reports by manager and follow up on outstanding payments.
- Conduct a monthly review to ensure there are no pending overdue payments in the CRM.
Payment Processing & Financial Oversight
- Conduct a final review and approval of memos from creation to payment and maintain a weekly report.
- Ensure all invoices are raised on time with manager approval and prepare a summary of invoices and collections.
- Review, sign, and approve security deposit settlements & related forms.
- Track daily and weekly cash in hand reports.
Audit & Compliance Coordination
- Coordinate with auditors to provide necessary documents from the Driven side.
- Coordinate VAT submissions for Driven, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Work with the Senior Accountant to file Saudi VAT, process payroll, and track employee attendance.
System & Process Optimisation
- Work with the Yardi team to provide and update required documents, including ETL updates.
- Verify PM fees with the team before submission.
- Monitor roles and responsibilities of the finance team to ensure efficiency.
Team Leadership and Coordination
- Manage and lead the finance team within the Property Management department, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
- Foster strong communication and coordination with Property Managers, Admin, and Main Accounts to ensure alignment on financial operations.
- Facilitate weekly meetings to address pending issues, establish goals, and update the team on progress related to collections, reporting, and other tasks.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in property management finance or real estate accounting
- Proficiency in Accountancy, Microsoft Excel, and CRM systems
- Strong analytical skills and financial accuracy
Skills and Competencies
- Financial reconciliation and reporting
- Cash management and compliance
- Accountancy software proficiency or similar system experience
- Strong analytical and variance reporting capabilities
- Team leadership and management skills
- Deadline management; the ability to ensure reports, VAT filings, and audits are completed on time
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Opportunity to work with one of Dubai's leading real estate firms
- A dynamic and professional work environment with growth opportunities
- Hands-on experience in the real estate industry with a supportive team