Middle East Finance Controller

Why you should join

This Middle East Finance Controller role, based in Dubai, seeks a certified accountant with a commerce or business degree and over 8 years of experience. The ideal candidate will manage controllership functions for UAE and Saudi Arabian entities, lead financial reporting and compliance, and provide strategic support to the Energy Business Unit in the Middle East and Africa. Key responsibilities include overseeing month-end closures, SOX documentation, budget forecasting, and cash flow management. The role requires excellent English proficiency, with Arabic language skills as an advantage. The position involves leading a cross-functional team, collaborating with global stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with local and international financial regulations. This role is critical in driving financial performance, supporting business growth, and maintaining the company's financial integrity in the region.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Controlling

• Manage controllership function for entities in UAE and Saudi Arabia, ensuring compliance to both local and corporate financial policies and procedures.
• Oversee month-end close activities, financial reporting, and compliance with local and US GAAP (Global) standards.
• Lead and review Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) documentation for key controls, account reconciliations, and liaison with internal and external auditors.
• Investigate and resolve financial report queries for Hyperion Reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Lead a team of three cross-functional professionals, including Finance, HR Administration, and Business Support
• Upload, review, and monitor budget and forecast information in Hyperion Financial Management.
• Manage trade finance requirements, including Letters of Credit (LCs) and Bank Guarantees.
• Oversee cash flows, capital expenditure budgeting, and review processes, collaborating with Global Treasury Teams.
• Serve as Company Director and authorized signatory in UAE and KSA, managing all relevant local compliances including Finance, HR, corporate secretarial and Taxation (Direct & Indirect).
• Defend company interests, working alongside consultants and company representatives with Powers of Attorney

BU Finance Support

• Manage cash flow for the Energy Business Unit in Middle East and Africa
• Perform corporate financial analysis
• Provide strategic financial support to the Business Unit, aligning financial objectives with overall business goals.
• S/4 Hana Integration support for the Legal Entities in UAE and Saudi Arabia.
• Conduct periodical reviews of the Delegation of Authority matrix and organize trainings for team members across EMEA

Additional Responsibilitie

• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and standards across assigned entities and the Energy Business Unit.
• Business Council Support – Active engagement in setting Middle East Business Council, facilitating through MEA P&L for all BUs, Forecasts and Budget on quarterly basis.
• Continuously improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance and support business growth.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in financial management and control.

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What your background should look like

• Preferred qualification – Graduation in commerce/business with certified accountant either from India or UK or any other country with similar curriculum.
• Experience of more than 8 years in a similar position.
• Language Proficiency – English and Arabic, should have good proficiency in English and proficiency in Arabic will be a added advantage.

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