Group Finance and Accounting Manager

Company not disclosed

Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Salary not specified
Posted
Full-time
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Job Description

About the Role We are seeking an experienced and strategic Group Finance Manager to lead the finance function for a diversified retail group in the UAE. This is a leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of finance, accounting, budgeting, reporting, taxation, treasury, and compliance across multiple business entities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in multi-entity accounting, retail finance, cost management, and financial planning, with the ability to lead a high-performing finance team while partnering with senior leadership to support business growth and profitability. Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage the Group Finance department, providing direction, mentorship, and performance management to the finance team. - Oversee the financial operations of multiple legal entities, ensuring accurate consolidation and timely financial reporting. - Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS and UAE regulatory requirements. - Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning across all business units. - Develop and implement robust financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets. - Monitor cash flow, treasury operations, working capital, and banking relationships. - Lead cost management initiatives by identifying cost-saving opportunities, improving operational efficiencies, and monitoring expenditure across the Group. - Analyze financial performance, profitability, and key business drivers, providing actionable insights to senior management. - Oversee inventory accounting, stock valuation, and cost control in collaboration with operations and supply chain teams. - Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax, VAT regulations, statutory requirements, and external audit processes. - Manage relationships with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory authorities. - Review and approve payments, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial transactions. - Support strategic business decisions through financial modelling, investment analysis, and feasibility studies. - Ensure ERP systems and finance processes are optimized to improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency. - Present financial reports and business performance updates to executive management. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline. - Professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CPA, or CMA is highly preferred. - MBA in Finance is an added advantage. Experience - Minimum 10–15 years of progressive finance and accounting experience. - At least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing the complete finance function. - Proven experience handling finance for multiple legal entities within a retail or consumer-focused organization. - Strong background in cost management, budgeting, financial planning, and business partnering. - Experience leading finance teams in a fast-paced, multi-company environment. Technical Skills - Strong knowledge of IFRS, UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, and financial compliance. - Expertise in financial reporting, consolidations, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. - Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, Oracle, or similar. - Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modelling skills. - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Key Competencies - Strategic Leadership - Financial Planning & Analysis - Multi-Entity Financial Management - Cost Management & Profitability Improvement - Business Acumen - Risk Management & Internal Controls - Team Leadership & People Development - Stakeholder Management - Excellent Communication & Presentation Skills - High Integrity and Attention to Detail

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