Manager - Finance

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The incumbent will play a pivotal role in overseeing and enhancing the Group’s financial consolidation, compliance, and taxation functions. This position is essential in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial statements across all business units, aligning with regulatory standards, and optimizing tax processes.

Job Description

Group Consolidation
• Overseeing the monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation of financial statements at the group level
• Ensuring accurate financial reporting by coordinating with country-specific finance teams
• Preparing consolidated financial analyses and reports for senior management and stakeholders

Compliance
• Implementing and monitoring compliance with regulatory requirements in each operating region (UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar)
• Establishing and maintaining internal controls, ensuring alignment with financial policies and procedures
• Supporting audit processes and liaising with internal and external auditors

Taxation
• Managing tax planning, reporting, and compliance in alignment with local and international tax regulations
• Ensuring timely and accurate filing of corporate, VAT, and other relevant tax returns
• Providing guidance on tax implications for business decisions and changes in tax legislation

Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Preparing financial analyses to support strategic decisions
• Leading efforts to improve financial processes and systems, enhancing efficiency and accuracy
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities, providing insights into financial performance

Profile

• Chartered Accountant (CA)/ ACCA, with at least 7-8 years of relevant experience
• Experience working in a Big 4 accounting firm preferred
• Retail industry experience is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and regional accounting standards
• Proficiency in financial consolidation, compliance, and taxation
• Excellent communication and analytical skills, with attention to detail
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel; experience with financial management software is a plus