Manager Finance & Accounts

ob Purpose

The Finance & Accounts Manager will oversee the overall finance and accounting function, ensuring financial accuracy, statutory compliance, effective reporting, budgeting, audit management, and strong financial controls in line with IFRS and UAE regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead GL, AR, AP and Payroll functions and manage the finance team.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting in accordance with IFRS .
• Manage statutory, internal and government audits and ensure timely closure of audit observations.
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT, tax and other applicable regulatory requirements .
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, MIS and budget-vs-actual analysis.
• Manage cash flow, financial controls and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Oversee and optimise Oracle ERP Financials , including upgrades, automation and process improvements.
• Conduct financial feasibility, profitability and investment analysis for projects and business initiatives.
• Support tariff/pricing reviews and assess their financial impact.
• Develop and monitor KPIs, performance management systems and Balanced Scorecard .
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management for strategic decision-making.
• Coordinate with Operations, Commercial, HR, IT and other departments on financial matters.
• Ensure proper financial documentation, controls and governance across the organisation.

Qualifications & Experience

• CA – Mandatory
• MBA Finance / CS – Preferred
• 15+ years of post-qualification experience in Finance & Accounts.
• Strong experience in maritime, shipping or related industry .
• Proven experience in a senior finance management role.
• Strong hands-on experience with Oracle ERP Financials .
• Excellent knowledge of IFRS, UAE VAT and regulatory compliance .
• Strong team leadership, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
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