Job description
Currently seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller - External Reporting to join a global leader headquartered in Dubai. This pivotal role is ideal for an experienced accountant with strong IFRS expertise and a background in external financial reporting, audit coordination, and statutory compliance across a complex multinational group..
Client Details
Our client is a multinational player in their sector, headquartered in Dubai. With hundreds of legal entities across the group and a significant intercompany network, they maintain robust and structured financial operations and reporting, adhering to international accounting standards.
Description
Responsibilities:
Oversee all day-to-day activities of the external reporting team for the GroupManage relationships with external auditors and accounting service providersProvide mentorship and technical accounting guidance to the wider finance teamCoordinate the preparation of over 400 audited/unaudited financial statements for statutory and financier complianceCollaborate with the tax department to support compliance and reporting processesMaintain and enhance internal controls to ensure integrity in reportingAssist in interpreting and implementing new/revised IFRS standards applicable to the GroupContribute to the continuous improvement of reporting systems (e.g. Oracle, CaseWare)Conduct quarterly legal entity reviews across the GroupLead or contribute to various finance projects as needed
Key Performance Indicators:
Timely and accurate delivery of IFRS-compliant financial statementsMeeting all financier and statutory reporting deadlinesStrong technical accounting and IFRS implementationEffective coordination with auditors and tax teamsUp-to-date internal documentation of accounting policiesStrong leadership and performance management of the External Reporting Team
Profile
Qualified Accountant (CA, ACCA, CPA) with at least 8 years' post-graduate experienceMinimum of 5 years in a Big 4 audit firm, with strong exposure to IFRS and external auditPrevious experience in managing a team and handling multiple prioritiesKnowledge of CaseWare and Oracle Financials is advantageousFamiliarity with local UAE regulatory reporting requirementsHigh level of proficiency with accounting systems and Excel
Job Offer
Opportunity to join a well-established and high-performing finance team in DIFCExposure to global operations and large-scale intercompany frameworksCareer progression and development in a dynamic aviation environmentCompetitive compensation package
