Finance Controller

Client of Michael Page

Financial Accounting & Reporting

* Lead the Finance team in delivering accurate and timely reporting

* Ensure compliance with IFRS, local regulations, and Group policies

* Oversee budgeting and forecasting cycles

* Provide financial reports and respond to internal information requests

Business Partnering

* Collaborate with the site management team to drive profitability and business growth

* Support GM and management team with results analysis and business reviews

* Enable the commercial team with pricing, customer onboarding, and collections

* Work closely with Operations for cost, variance, and efficiency analysis

Compliance & Controls

* Ensure local and Group compliance across financial operations

* Uphold internal controls and identify areas for improvement

* Mitigate risks in collaboration with key stakeholders

* Manage audits and ensure ethical standards are met

Treasury & Secretarial

* Deliver accurate cash flow forecasting and manage working capital

* Handle banking, insurance, and company secretarial matters

* Ensure adherence to Group Treasury policies

* Qualified Accountant (CA, ACCA, CPA) with at least 8 years' post-graduate experience

* Degree in Accounting or related field

* Minimum 15 years' experience with recent years as Financial Controller in a manufacturing MNC

* Strong background in costing, manufacturing finance, audit, tax, and treasury

* Familiarity with IFRS and UAE financial regulations / UAE experience is mandatory

* Experience with Hyperion/Cognos is highly desirable

* Proven leadership and business partnering experience

* Excellent communication, influencing, and organisational skills